Pastry Cook

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free room nights

Discounted family rates

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, specifically Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa, is seeking a Cook 4 with solid line cook experience and a culinary background. The candidate will work across kitchen stations, reporting to the Chef de Partie, and contribute to menu execution in a high-end hotel environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, speed, and adherence to kitchen standards, with responsibilities spanning preparation, plating, and inventory.

Qualifications

• 2 years of line cook experience required.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to work single kitchen station and handle fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meal ingredients, season meats, and wash/peel vegetables.
• Prepare salads and sauces under direction of Chef de Partie.
• Receive deliveries and verify quality against orders.
• Train apprentices and coworkers and maintain kitchen hygiene.
• Assist with inventory and stock management.
• Plate and present dishes per instructions and maintain station cleanliness.

Skills

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Summary

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing excellent service and meaningful experiences.

Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is now recruiting a Cook 4 to join our team. An art-deco building and architectural landmark is home to the newest luxury lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Mid-beach. The property boasts 287 guestrooms including 64 breathtaking suites and the ONLY Ocean-view arrival experience in Miami Beach. The design features elements of texture, art, and pops of color that create a unique and captivating experience. Each suite is designed with floor-to-ceiling windows, most with deep-soaking tubs, and cozy reading nooks. Guests can also enjoy private outdoor terraces with stunning views of the Atlantic and the Miami skyline. Unmatched amenities include a full-service spa, a well-equipped fitness center, a destination dining experience by José Andrés, two pools, and a Beach Club catering to the who's who of Miami.

Position Summary

A Cook 4 requires good communication and culinary skills. The desired cook candidate will have hotel cooking experience and/or a culinary degree. A Commis Chef should have a professional knowledge of cooking ingredients and procedures. Commis Chef will work single stations in the kitchen and require significant supervision and training. A Commis Chef will be required to work in any of the assigned kitchen as operations demand, which includes (Main Kitchen, Outlets, Employee Cafeteria and Pool).

Position Responsibilities/ Essential Functions

• Preparing meal ingredients, which includes seasoning of different meats as well as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and fruits.
• Preparing salads and sauces as directed by the Chef de Partie.
• Receiving deliveries and verifying that all ordered items have been delivered and are of good quality.
• Motivate & train apprentices & coworkers
• Work within budgeted guidelines
• Taking inventory of restaurant supplies and notifying the supervisor of low or depleted supplies.
• Discarding all expired and spoiled food items stored in the stock rooms, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Performing basic cleaning duties and ensuring that workstations are properly sanitized.
• Plating and presenting meal items as per the Chef de Partie's instructions.
• Complete various additional tasks and assignments as needed.

Qualifications

Commis Chef Requirements and Qualifications

• Refined verbal communication skills.
• 2 years of previous line cook experience is required.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred.
• Candidate should be able to perform all basic cooking skills.
• Able to work single station in the kitchen.
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.

As an Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa colleague, you will enjoy the following benefits:

• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with only a 30-day waiting period
• 401K with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Andaz team members work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Our Values

Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging - of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.

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.

If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for selling a vibrant, playful hotel with one-of-a-kind gathering places offering the perfect backdrop for meetings, weddings, and special occasions, become part of Miami's first Andaz luxury lifestyle resort -