Garde Manger

BENCHMARK; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

People-first culture

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Growth opportunities

Paid time off

Festive environment

Perks & discounts

Job summary

OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park, part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, is hiring a Garde Manger in Oklahoma City. This entry-level culinary position reports to the Garde Manger Sous Chef and focuses on preparing cold items for buffets and banquets, ensuring quality meets OKANA standards.

You will work closely with the team in a hands-on kitchen, maintain cleanliness, follow menus and photos, and participate in mandatory meetings. On-site work with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in high-volume food preparation and 1 year in a full-service hotel or resort.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices; current with all relevant food certifications.
• Leadership skills to guide and direct the team during designated shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain work areas clean and organized.
• Monitor the presentation and portioning of food according to standards.
• Monitor the quality and consistency of all food served from the lines.
• Report all unsafe conditions immediately.
• Set up, restock, maintain and clean food preparation areas.
• Display knowledge in sanitation and sanitary food handling.
• Ensure the special of the day is completed in a timely fashion.
• Prepare food in accordance with working menus, recipe cards and photos.
• Attend all mandatory meetings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor to include cross training.

Skills

Leadership skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Quality control

Education

High School diploma

Culinary education preferred

Job description

Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.

About our property:

Welcome to OKANA Resort and Indoor WaterPark. Located along the picturesque Oklahoma River in the vibrant Horizons District, near downtown Oklahoma City, OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park offers exceptional career opportunities. Conveniently situated with a dynamic indoor waterpark, over 400 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, including premium riverfront accommodations, a range of dining options, and extensive meeting and event spaces spanning 30,000 square feet, OKANA provides a unique setting for a rewarding career journey. Shape your career in the heart of Oklahoma City at OKANA. Join us to contribute to our distinctive atmosphere and foster your personal and professional growth. Be a part of OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park, where your career aspirations meet a world-class destination.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

Find your belonging by being a part of our supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success. Join our Culinary team as a Garde Manger. Our employees are Experience Curators who are professional memory-makers, creating personalized guest experience from start to finish. Experience Curators craft meaningful, over-the-top experiences that wow our guests time after time. Experience Curators craft meaningful, over-the-top experiences that wow our guests time after time.

Our Vision for our team members:

Be a part of the opening team of OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, where your career aspirations meet a world-class destination. Contribute to our distinctive atmosphere and foster your personal and professional growth. An individual committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. Be appreciated for what you bring to the team. Learn and grow with a company that values its associates.

Why OKANA:

• Competitive wages
• People-first culture
• Health insurance
• Retirement savings
• Growth opportunities
• Paid time off
• Festive environment
• Perks & discounts

About the role

The Garde Manger is an entry level culinary position reporting directly to the Garde Manger Sous Chef. This individual is responsible for preparing and/or presenting all cold food items such as salads, cold soups, cold meats, ice carvings, vegetable displays, charcuterie offerings, and garnishes for buffets and banquets, ensuring that food quality consistently exceeds OKANA standards. This is a hands‑on role that requires working side by side with the Garde Manger team and collaboratively with the other culinary operations to ensure smooth kitchen operations and exceptional customer experiences.

What you will be doing:

• Maintain work areas clean and organized.
• Monitor the presentation and portioning of food according to standards.
• Monitor the quality and consistency of all food served from the lines.
• Report all unsafe conditions immediately.
• Set up, restock, maintain and clean food preparation areas.
• Display knowledge in sanitation and sanitary food handling.
• Ensure the special of the day is completed in a timely fashion.
• Prepare food in accordance with working menus, recipe cards and photos.
• Attend all mandatory meetings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor to include cross training.

What you bring to the role:

• High School diploma required; culinary education/certifications are preferable.
• 2 years of experience in high volume food preparation and 1 year in a full‑service hotel or resort.
• Leadership skills to guide and direct the team during designated shifts.
• Versatile background of various preparation methods, including use of ingredients, styles, equipment, and procedures.
• Keen sense of quality and cost control that impact financial results.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices; current with all relevant food certifications.

Note:

This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all‑encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Compensation:

- Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

OKANA Resort is part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, a leading hospitality company that offers career opportunities and has a steadfast commitment to putting people first. Pyramid Global Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.