Line Cook (Perseid Restaurant)

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Free nights

Family room rates

Free parking

Headspace access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Perseid Restaurant, located inside Hotel Saint Augustine and partnered with Hyatt teams, seeks an enthusiastic Line Cook to join the team. You will collaborate with the broader Food & Beverage and Culinary operations to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role involves food preparation, cooking and seasoning menu items, ordering kitchen supplies and upholding Health Department Standards within your work area. Join a team passionate about creativity and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years related experience in hospitality or service industry.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knife skills or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and staff.
• Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic.
• Full availability for a flexible schedule, with preferred flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
• Prep food items for after-hours distribution.
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
• Portion, arrange, garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons.
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage.
• Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, considering costs and event needs.
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests.
• Open communication with all departments and upper management to meet business needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in good, safe condition.
• Awareness of safety issues throughout the property.
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Attend relevant meetings.
• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures.

Skills

Fast-paced

Knife skills

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Job description

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Hyatt is a place of learning – similar to a university. The company offers so many ways for me to learn and grow, both professionally and personally.

Perseid Restaurant seeks an enthusiastic Line Cook to join the team! This role will be collaborating closely with the broader Food & Beverage and Culinary operations team. You will be part of a team that is passionate about celebrating creativity and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Who We Are:

Located inside Hotel Saint Augustine, Perseid is a neighborhood bistro offering a Gulf Coast–inspired take on the classic bistro experience. Serving thoughtfully crafted dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it’s a versatile destination for both casual meals and special occasions. Led by chef Aaron Bludorn and Director of Operations Cherif Mbodji, in collaboration with the Bunkhouse and Hyatt teams, Perseid brings an elevated yet approachable dining experience to the heart of Montrose. Perseid was named one of Bon Appétit’s 20 best new restaurants of 2025 and was recently honored as a Michelin‑recommended restaurant.

We’re Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
• Complimentary & Discounted Nights, Friends & Family Room Rates
• Free parking
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace
• Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!

The Role:

A Cook will exceed the expectations of all Bunkhouse guests in a multitude of tasks that include, but are not limited to food preparation duties, cooking and seasoning all menu items, ordering kitchen supplies and maintaining Health Department Standards within your work area.

The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, the ability to resolve conflict, and a thorough understanding of Bunkhouse policies.A Cook must develop and maintain the company’s culture, values and reputation in the public eye and with all staff, guests, vendors and partners.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures
• Prep food items for after-hours distribution
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage
• Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Attend relevant meetings
• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction

Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed.Furthermore, employee responsibilities andjobdescriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• One (1) to three (3) years related experience in hospitality or service industry
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knife skills or willingness to learn
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and staff
• Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic
• Full availability for a flexible schedule, with preferred flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

We welcome you:

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All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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