Hotel Kitchen Lead: Fast, Friendly Cook & Team Player

Ascent Hospitality; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k with employer MATCH

Paid PTO

Uniforms Provided

Hotel Discount Program

Job summary

Ascent Hospitality is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team. You will prepare meals to brand standards, manage portions, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

We value hospitality-focused professionals who communicate well with guests and staff, handle high-pressure service periods, and contribute to a memorable guest experience. A high school diploma and food safety certifications are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One year or more culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Must obtain ServSafe certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast, friendly professional and responsive customer service to hotel and restaurant guests and staff.
• Prepare food in accordance with productivity, health and safety standards, cost controls and forecast.
• Ensure recipes are properly prepared per standard while maintaining portion control and minimizing waste.
• Oversee and enforce food specifications, portion control, recipes and sanitation.
• Adhere to all applicable brand standards regarding Food and Beverage service.
• Enforce safety procedures and cleanliness standards throughout kitchen.
• Set up and organize catering functions according to plan.
• Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Skills

Culinary experience

Customer service

ServSafe certification

Food Handler Certificate

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Ascent Hospitality is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team. You will prepare meals to brand standards, manage portions, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

We value hospitality-focused professionals who communicate well with guests and staff, handle high-pressure service periods, and contribute to a memorable guest experience. A high school diploma and food safety certifications are required.