Lead Garde Manger Cook | Cold Kitchen Mastery

loewshotels; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Team Member Rates

Complimentary meals

Job summary

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson invites applications for a Garde Manger Cook I. The role leads the cold kitchen, overseeing salad, charcuterie, canapés, and buffet displays, ensuring top quality and visual appeal in line with hotel standards.

You will collaborate with culinary leaders on menu development, mentor junior cooks, and uphold rigorous food safety while supporting event execution and station organization.

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.

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, pâtés, 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.

Skills

Knife skills

Garde Manger

Work under pressure

Food safety knowledge

Food Handler's Card

Banquet experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson invites applications for a Garde Manger Cook I. The role leads the cold kitchen, overseeing salad, charcuterie, canapés, and buffet displays, ensuring top quality and visual appeal in line with hotel standards.

You will collaborate with culinary leaders on menu development, mentor junior cooks, and uphold rigorous food safety while supporting event execution and station organization.