Lead Cook — Craft Gourmet Plates & Guest Delight

HHM Hotels; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HHM Hotels is seeking a Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare food items according to recipes, maintain high standards of quality, and ensure a safe, sanitary kitchen environment on-site for guests and staff.

You will follow established procedures for prep, cooking, and plating, with attention to portion control and presentation. The role requires prior culinary experience and a basic health/sanitation background; flexibility to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training or equivalent experience is required.
• Strong prep, cooking, and plating skills with attention to quality.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes to prepare food items according to standards.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables; trim meat as needed.
• Prepare appetizers, salads, or hot dishes.
• Cook, bake, roast, broil, and steam a variety of foods.
• Portion, garnish, and plate items for service.
• Maintain clean and sanitized work areas and proper food storage.
• Support the team to ensure guest satisfaction and adherence to safety guidelines.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Department of Health Sanitation certificate

Job description

HHM Hotels is seeking a Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare food items according to recipes, maintain high standards of quality, and ensure a safe, sanitary kitchen environment on-site for guests and staff.

You will follow established procedures for prep, cooking, and plating, with attention to portion control and presentation. The role requires prior culinary experience and a basic health/sanitation background; flexibility to work varied shifts.