Sauté & Grill Cook — PM Shift in Fine Dining 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

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.