PM Line Cook

Snow King; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Houston Marriott Westchase Hotel as an experienced Line Cook and be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. This full-time role involves preparing high-quality meals, ensuring food safety, and collaborating with the culinary team. With opportunities for growth in the hospitality industry, this position offers a blend of responsibility and support in a dynamic environment that values its employees.

Benefits

Exclusive hotel discounts

401k with company match

Mental wellbeing support

Performance-based incentives

Competitive health insurance

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• At least two years of culinary experience, preferably in a hotel or restaurant setting.
• Ability to read and communicate in English effectively with staff.
• Bilingual Spanish-English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for guests and staff in restaurant and banquet kitchen.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Complete daily setup for the evening shift.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Adaptability

Presentation

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Property


About Us

Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships.

Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers.

Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.

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Location Description

The Houston Marriott Westchase is one of the largest full-service Marriott hotels in Houston. We offer over 604 renovated guest rooms and more than 40,000 square feet of event space, including the 10,000-square foot Grand Ballroom, two boardrooms and 18 additional meeting rooms. Come join our elite staff of committed hospitality industry professionals and help us deliver best-in-class guest experiences. We are conveniently located off of Beltway 8 and Westheimer. Our friendly and positive atmosphere makes us an ideal place for guests — as well as employees! Find out today what a career at the Houston Marriott Westchase with Pyramid Hotel Group can mean for you!

Overview

Houston Marriott Westchase Hotel is looking for a experienced Line Cook to work PM shift.

About Us: At Pyramid Global Hospitality, we believe in the power of our team members. We value, support, and recognize the unique contributions of each individual. By fostering a culture of growth and belonging, we are committed to our team members to excel.

Position Summary: As a Line Cook, you would be responsible for all preparing high-quality meals for guest and staff in both the restaurant line and banquet kitchen areas, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met, following hotel recipes and/or as specified on guest check.

Scheduling: This is a Full-Time Cook position working from 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM various weekdays, weekends and holidays, with the flexability to work occasional AM shifts if needed. Work schedules will change weekly to meet business demands.

Specifically, your primary responsibilities as line cook are performing the following tasks in the hotel kitchen to the highest standards:

• Complete daily set-up duties and kitchen line for evening shift in a timely manner.
• Cook food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, steaming, and other cooking methods as specified.
• Strictly follow all required cross-contamination protocols, company standards, and guidelines regarding cleanliness, organization and food preparation.
• Prepare and cook according to the hotel’s menu specifications and guest dietary requirements for both the restaurant and banquet events.
• Read and interpret food orders and tickets accurately to ensure timely preparation.
• Communicate with restaurant staff as needed for order clarification and updates.
• Collaborate with culinary team to plan and execute daily menus and special events.
• Check quality of food, confirming it is prepared, plated and presented in an appealing manner before served, ensuring the guest is satisfied.
• Participate in daily, routine, and detailed kitchen clean-up and maintenance tasks.

This list is not all inclusive, additional job functions will be shared during interviews.

Supportive Functions: The hotel functions seven (7) days a week and twenty-four (24) hours per day. Due to the seasonal nature and business hours of a hotel, candidates must realize it may be necessary to move an employee from their accustomed shift to meet business demands. All associates are expected to perform any other duties as requested by management to support other departments and/or operational requirements.

Opportunity for Growth: This position is an excellent role for those looking to make a career in the culinary arts in the hospitality industry and career growth within our organization.

Our Culture: Empowered to Make a Difference: At Pyramid Global, we value, support, and recognize the unique contributions of each team member. Our culture fosters growth and collaboration, encouraging excellence and exploration in every role. We focus on delivering personalized, memorable experiences for our associates, guests, and communities.

Our Values: People First, Integrity, Excellence

• People First: A talented, diverse, and passionate team working together with respect.
• Integrity: Honesty and accountability to ourselves and colleagues.
• Excellence: Surpassing expectations through dedication and innovation.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively read, understand, interpret and communicate in the English language food orders and guest tickets accurately with staff.
• Strong culinary skills with a focus on presentation and quality.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage high-pressure situations with professionalism.
• Able to easily adapt to unexpected changes and demands from guest request and/or host.
• Able to work in varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Moves food, equipment, carts, and tubs weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Move hands and fingers in grasping, pinching, chopping, pulling, and lifting motions associated with preparing and cooking products using knives, utensils and cookware.
• Capable of remaining in a standing position, either stationary or walking, for duration of shift.
• Capable of frequent and repeated lifting, bending, stooping, and extending arms fully, to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to observe and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations and company guidelines for food handling, cross-contamination protocols, and sanitation.
• Bilingual Spanish-English is a plus.

Professional Licenses/Certifications

• Food Handler Certification

Experience

• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in a culinary role, preferably in a hotel or restaurant setting.

Grooming/Uniforms

• All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.
• Specific uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you as a part of the onboarding process.

Excellent Benefits!

Joining Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of enticing benefits, including but not limited to:

• Exclusive Marriott and Pyramid Global Hospitality hotel discounts worldwide at our award-winning hotels.
• Mental wellbeing support for you and your loved ones
• 401k after 90 days, with a company match to 6%
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses
• Generous paid time off
• Professional guidance and support
• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Pet insurance for your furry companions
• Skill-enhancing job training
• Company-paid and Optional Life and Accidental Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

If you are passionate about working in a collaborative team environment, we invite you to apply for the PM Line Cook position at Pyramid Global Hospitality. Join us and be a part of our journey to make hospitality better!

Houston Marriott Westchase Hotel and Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color national origin, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.