Evening Hotel Kitchen Cook | Team-Driven & Guest-Focused

Arbor Lodging; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual review with increase potential

401k program with company match

Additional benefits may be available

Job summary

Arbor Lodging is seeking a PM Cook to help run the kitchen and maintain a positive, professional approach with coworkers and guests. The role emphasizes food preparation, sanitation, quality control, and keeping the hot bar ready for service in a fast-paced hotel setting.

You will work with a team to ensure smooth kitchen operations, adhere to standards, and contribute to an inviting dining experience for guests. Competitive salary and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant experience required.
• Strong teamwork and guest-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or direct the preparation of food to be served, complying with sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Use supplies and facility properly to minimize loss, waste, and fraud.
• Monitor incoming food product to ensure quality.
• Ensure the hot bar is ready for guests.
• Condense and refill as needed.
• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Operate large volume cooking equipment such as grills, fryers, and griddles.
• Clean and stock work stations.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Customer service

Job description

Arbor Lodging is seeking a PM Cook to help run the kitchen and maintain a positive, professional approach with coworkers and guests. The role emphasizes food preparation, sanitation, quality control, and keeping the hot bar ready for service in a fast-paced hotel setting.

You will work with a team to ensure smooth kitchen operations, adhere to standards, and contribute to an inviting dining experience for guests. Competitive salary and benefits accompany the position.