Hotel Cook

The Trade Hotel Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel in Milwaukee as a Hotel Cook, where you will prepare delicious meals and maintain kitchen standards. The Trade Hotel offers a vibrant atmosphere and opportunities for professional growth. With a focus on Wisconsin hospitality, you'll be part of a team that values service excellence and community engagement.

Benefits

Paid Sick Time

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Team Member Travel Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or food service roles preferred.
• Strong leadership qualities and communication skills.
• Reliability and honesty are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food based on business forecasts and catering contracts.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and food storage areas.
• Advises supervisor of low inventory items.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work in fast-paced setting

Education

College degree or five years of related experience

Job description

Discover your future at The Trade Hotel Milwaukee, now hiring a Hotel Cook!

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

As the Official Hotel of Deer District, The Trade Hotel is located in the bustling heart of downtown, adjacent to Fiserv Forum. Situated courtside in Cream City’s dynamic hub of sports, culture, and entertainment, The Trade offers 207 luxurious rooms and suites plus destination dining with a rooftop restaurant and lounge boasting stunning city views.

Our achievements include:

Hotel Opening of the Year 2023

Development Excellence Award 2024

AAA Four Diamond Hotel 2024

WRMCA Concrete Design Decorative Commercial Award 2024

About the Role

We are looking for talented people who will celebrate the fabric of our city and take pride in providing amazing guest service. Showing our guests and visitors an authentic Milwaukee experience, one that merges modern style and sophisticated comfort with pure Wisconsin hospitality.

• Sets up equipment and prepares food based on the business forecast / catering contracts information received.
• Ability to work flexible shifts when needed.
• Knowledgeable of operation of all kitchen machinery.
• Possess complete knowledge of menu and recipes, including preparation procedures, plating, garnishment, portions size and presentation / special handling instructions.
• Maintains first in / first out inventory controls and dates all incoming products.
• Maintains a clean kitchen by cleaning all work surfaces used in food preparation on an ongoing basis, as well as the kitchen equipment used daily.
• Maintains all food storage areas, dry and refrigerated, organized and clean.
• Advises supervisor of low inventory items and problems related to equipment, food quality, portions, etc.

** Starting wage for this position is $13.00 - $16.00 per hour but final wage will be based on experience**

The The Trade Hotel Milwaukee is managed by NCG Hospitality, a USA Today Top Workplace winner 2025 family-owned property management company with over 45 years of proven success. We invest in you and your career development, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed. Here is what we offer our team members:

Professional Development:

- Dedicated training and development with opportunities for growth

- Educational and professional certification assistance

Team Member Travel Perks:

- Worldwide hotel stays starting at forty-nine dollars per night

- Rate based on availability and property brand

- Free night stays at NCG Hospitality hotels

Core Benefits:

- Paid Sick Time

- Paid time off and anniversary day off with pay

- Paid volunteer hours → Earn money for community service!

- Flexible schedules

Health and Wellness:

- Health, Dental and Vision plans

- Virtual telehealth services

- Team Member Assistance Program with mental health resources

- TeleDoc confidential counseling

- Health and fitness monthly reimbursement program

Financial:

- 401(k) retirement plan

- 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2% of team member contributions

- Same day pay

- Catch Of The Day Program → Earn money for helping other team members and guests!

- Everyone Sells → Earn money for bringing in business to our properties!

- Referral program for team members

What We Are Looking For

• College degree or at least five years of related work experience in business management, hospitality or related field
• Previous experience as General Manager of a full-service hotel is preferred
• Previous experience in Food & Beverage roles like Chef, Director of F&B, Food & Beverage Manager is preferred
• Strong leadership qualities
• Strong interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organized
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced setting
• Reliability and honesty

Who is NCG Hospitality?
We are a leader in the ownership, development, and operations of premier hospitality properties. Established over 45 years ago, NCG Hospitality has evolved into a successful third-generation, family-owned business. We proudly own and operate over 30 properties across multiple states including Hilton and Marriott hotels, restaurants, and a conference center. We explore the limitless possibilities of the hospitality industry, grounded in our four core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility.

The Trade Hotel is owned and operated by NCG Hospitality, a USA Today Top Workplace Winner 2025

NCG Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.