Kitchen+Bar - Prep Cook

druryhotels; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus up to $3,200

Flexible scheduling

Hotel discounts and free room nights

Career growth & promotions

Job summary

Drury Plaza Hotel - 175 10th Street E, St Paul, Minnesota 55101, is seeking a kitchen team member to prepare food, maintain a clean prep area, and assist guests with a high standard of hospitality. You will support a smooth operation, handle guest requests, and contribute to a welcoming hotel atmosphere.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and guest service. Starting pay range is $18.26–$27.60 per hour, with a discretionary quarterly bonus and benefits such as hotel discounts and

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to take written and verbal direction in English and speak English clearly.
• Ability to operate machines and equipment used, including POS software, dishwashers and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and all levels of team members; maintain professionalism.
• Ability to support bartender, but does not make or pour alcoholic beverages.
• Ability to clean and maintain areas of responsibility.
• Ability to move around bar and kitchen area efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of food products using kitchen equipment according to recipes.
• Keep the food prep area clean and organized while delivering food and assisting guests.
• Provide friendly hospitality and uphold Drury culture with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Written & Verbal English

POS Software

Kitchen Equipment

Customer Service

Team Communication

Bar Support (No Alcohol)

Tools

POS Software

Dishwashers

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Property Location:

Drury Plaza Hotel - 175 10th Street E , St Paul, Minnesota 55101

You belong at Drury Hotels.

Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

So. Much. More.

Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

• Incentives - Quarterly bonus opportunity of up to $3,200 annually (bonus is separate from base salary)

• Work-life-balance - Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights

• Career growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year

• Health and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program

• Retirement - Company-matched 401(k)

• Award-winning - Ranked among Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2025

Drury Hotels strives to offer a competitive compensation at the market median, as well as a comprehensive benefits offering which includes paid time off. This role is eligible for a discretionary quarterly "+1 Service" bonus.

Summary: Under general supervision, prepares a variety of food products using kitchen equipment and utensils according to recipe cards to fulfill guest orders following Company policies and procedures. Maintains the food prep area in a clean, well-organized manner while delivering food and assisting guests as needed. Presents a high standard of integrity, service, and hospitality at all times to promote the Drury culture with customers and co-workers. Has general knowledge of the hotel, area, and events to answer questions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years old or older.

• Requires ability to take written and verbal direction in English and speak English clearly.

• Requires ability to operate machines and equipment used, including but not limited to, include POS software, dishwashers, kitchen equipment, etc.

• Requires ability to communicate effectively with customers and all levels of team members; ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism including bar guests.

• Requires ability to support bartender, but does not make or pour alcoholic beverages.

• Requires ability to clean and maintain areas for which responsible.

• Requires ability to effectively and efficiently move around bar and kitchen area.

Rise. Shine. Work Happy.

Hiring Immediately!

The pay range is:

$18.26 - $27.60

The starting wage may be above the minimum rate, based on relevant experience, skills, and education.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.