Lead Garde Manger Cook – Cold Kitchen & Events

Loews Hotels, LLC.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Team Member Hotel Rates

Complimentary meals

Golf discount

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson's Catalina Foothills is seeking a Garde Manger Cook I to oversee cold food preparation, presentation, and execution, ensuring quality and consistency with hotel standards.

You will lead station setup, mentor junior cooks, maintain safety and sanitation, and collaborate with culinary leadership on menus for outlets and events. Minimum 3+ years kitchen experience and HACCP knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary school training strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a professional kitchen with at least 1 year in a Garde Manger role.
• Strong knife skills and artistic presentation ability.
• Experience in large-scale banquet or hotel operations preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and cold storage procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and presentation of all cold food items, ensuring quality, taste, and visual appeal.
• Supervise and assist Cook II and III with station setup, prep, and plating for banquets, outlets, and events.
• Prepare high-end buffet and plated presentations including fruit carvings, aspics, terrines, pates, and cheese displays.
• Ensure mise en place is complete and organized for all functions.
• Collaborate with chefs to execute seasonal and event-based menu items.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation practices at all times.
• Monitor inventory and communicate product needs or shortages.
• Train and mentor lower-level cooks and guide them in proper culinary techniques and station organization.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and efficiency of the cold kitchen area.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Knife skills

Pantry cold station

Work under pressure

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Math skills

Food Handler's Card

Lift 50 lbs

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Culinary school training

Job description

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson's Catalina Foothills is seeking a Garde Manger Cook I to oversee cold food preparation, presentation, and execution, ensuring quality and consistency with hotel standards.

You will lead station setup, mentor junior cooks, maintain safety and sanitation, and collaborate with culinary leadership on menus for outlets and events. Minimum 3+ years kitchen experience and HACCP knowledge preferred.