Lead Cook – Luxury Hotel Culinary Innovator

Montage Laguna Beach; Park City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free uniforms and cleaning

Community outreach events

Hotel discounts

Associate events

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Montage Deer Valley is seeking a Lead Cook who will collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will train and supervise junior staff, craft innovative dishes, and ensure clean, safe fabrication of hot and cold entrees to meet the resort’s luxury standards.

You welcome growth opportunities and thrive in a fast-paced, high-end hotel kitchen, contributing to WOW moments for guests and maintaining professional teamwork across shifts.

Qualifications

• Three years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork to support kitchen operations.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service and memorable moments.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a luxury hotel kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders.
• Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist with training new kitchen associates.
• Supervise and mentor cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Create and innovate new menu items and specials.
• Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods meeting high standards.
• Maintain knowledge of food products and sanitation standards.

Skills

Cooking experience

Team collaboration

Guest service focus

Adaptability

Job description

Montage Deer Valley is seeking a Lead Cook who will collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will train and supervise junior staff, craft innovative dishes, and ensure clean, safe fabrication of hot and cold entrees to meet the resort’s luxury standards.

You welcome growth opportunities and thrive in a fast-paced, high-end hotel kitchen, contributing to WOW moments for guests and maintaining professional teamwork across shifts.