Hotel Kitchen Lead: Guest-First Cook

The Elyton; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with employer MATCH

Paid PTO

Uniforms Provided

Job summary

Ascent Hospitality is seeking a qualified Cook to prepare appetizing foods for guests while meeting hotel, restaurant, and banquet standards. The role emphasizes fast, friendly service and adherence to health and safety requirements.

You will be responsible for station setup, portion control, and supporting event catering with professionalism. The ideal candidate has at least a High School Diploma, culinary experience in hospitality, and reliable teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year or more culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant preferred.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• 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 guest 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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ascent Hospitality is seeking a qualified Cook to prepare appetizing foods for guests while meeting hotel, restaurant, and banquet standards. The role emphasizes fast, friendly service and adherence to health and safety requirements.

You will be responsible for station setup, portion control, and supporting event catering with professionalism. The ideal candidate has at least a High School Diploma, culinary experience in hospitality, and reliable teamwork.