Sauté and Grill Cook - T. Cook's at Royal Palms Resort

The Unbound Collection by Hyatt; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals

Hotel room nights

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Training and professional development

Global Hyatt opportunities

Tuition & wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Royal Palms Resort and Spa is seeking a passionate Sauté Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare and execute sauté station items, ensuring consistency and high-quality plating for our guests in a luxury resort setting.

Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborate with chefs, and maintain rigorous standards. This full-time role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, with a focus on a 3PM–11PM schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience in a high-volume restaurant, resort, hotel, or fine dining environment.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation methods, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Mainly PM shifts (3PM - 11 PM availability needed).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute menu items on the sauté station according to established recipes, presentation standards, and portion controls.
• Ensure all food is prepared and plated with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation throughout service.
• Monitor product quality and freshness, notifying leadership of inventory or quality concerns.
• Communicate effectively with chefs and fellow team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist with receiving, storing, rotating, and labeling products following FIFO procedures.
• Support banquet, catering, and special event culinary operations as needed.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Adhere to all hotel, department, and health department policies and procedures.

Job description

Organization- Royal Palms Resort and Spa

Summary

Looking for PM Shift availablity (Typically 3 pm - 11 pm) T. Cook's at Royal Palms Resort and Spa is seeking a passionate and talented Sauté Cook to join our culinary team. This role is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items with consistency, quality, and attention to detail while maintaining the high standards of service and culinary excellence that define T. Cook's dining experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, demonstrates a commitment to teamwork, and takes pride in delivering high-end dishes to our guests.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute menu items on the sauté station according to established recipes, presentation standards, and portion controls.
• Ensure all food is prepared and plated with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation throughout service.
• Monitor product quality and freshness, notifying leadership of inventory or quality concerns.
• Communicate effectively with chefs and fellow team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist with receiving, storing, rotating, and labeling products following FIFO procedures.
• Support banquet, catering, and special event culinary operations as needed.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Adhere to all hotel, department, and health department policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience in a high-volume restaurant, resort, hotel, or fine dining environment.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation methods, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Mainly PM shifts (3PM - 11 PM availability needed).

Benefits & Perks

• Enjoy free employee meals in our employee dining hall
• Discounted & Complimentary Hotel Room Nights
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance (Full-time colleagues)
• Retirement savings plan
• Excellent training and professional development
• Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts
• Tuition/Wellness reimbursement, up to $1,000 a year!

Our Values:

Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing

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.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required, as well as a completed background check.