Restaurant Lead Cook

Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading hotel in Cincinnati as a Lead Cook! This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and leadership abilities in a fast-paced environment. You'll manage kitchen operations, oversee food preparation, and mentor culinary staff while ensuring exceptional dining experiences for guests. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values teamwork and excellence, this position is perfect for those passionate about food and hospitality. Be part of a rewarding journey where your contributions will create unforgettable moments for guests!

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc Service

Free Maintenance Medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Qualifications

• 3+ years in food and beverage industry with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of wine and fine food is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen staff and ensure high-quality meal preparation.
• Develop and implement new menu items and manage inventory.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu Development

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Arts Degree

Job description

Join the esteemed team at Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio! As a leading hotel in the region, we are seeking talented and passionate individuals to be part of our team. With our contemporary design, modern amenities, and commitment to exceptional service, Hyatt Regency Cincinnati offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive in your hospitality career. As an employee, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional service to our guests and create memorable experiences. With a commitment to employee development and growth, Hyatt Regency Cincinnati offers opportunities for advancement and career progression. Join our team and be part of a culture that values excellence, teamwork, and guest satisfaction. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career at Hyatt Regency Cincinnati and contribute to our mission of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests!

Overview

We're seeking a highly motivated and skilled Lead Cook to join our team! As a Culinary Supervisor, you'll manage the kitchen food service and have the opportunity to work with an amazing team of culinary professionals in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. We're looking for someone who has a passion for food, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to create and implement new ideas.

As a Lead Cook, you'll have demonstrated success as a cook and maintain a hands-on approach. You will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of our culinary staff, ensuring that all meals are prepared to the highest quality standards, and managing inventory and food costs. You will also develop and implement new menu items, as well as train and mentor our culinary staff.

A solid understanding of cooking techniques in both a la carte and banquet settings is essential, with the ability to execute tasks efficiently in planned and troubleshooting scenarios. This influences the speed and accuracy of the team and has a positive impact on cleanliness, organization, and overall health of the kitchen.

If you're passionate about food and have experience leading a culinary team, we'd love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in the food and beverage industry
• Six months to one year in a supervisory position
• Some wine and fine food knowledge is helpful
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable
• Effective communication skills with the public and team members

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining, and entertainment venues across the US. As a trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides personalized service of a small company, combined with the extensive experience of a larger organization. Our benefits include:

• Multiple tiers of medical coverage
• Dental & vision coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free maintenance medications
• Pet insurance
• Hotel discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement, holidays)
• 401K match

Working at Davidson is more than a job—it's a calling. It’s part of a career and part of a revolution. Your work helps redefine the delivery of quality hospitality to our guests, clients, partners, and colleagues. Davidson is an equal opportunity employer (EOE AA) and values diversity. We are a drug-free workplace, requiring pre-employment drug testing and background checks, and participate in E-Verify.

Salary Range: USD $21.00 - USD $23.00 per hour.