Cook I - Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Hilton • Chicago, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Waldorf Astoria Chicago is seeking a Cook I to prepare high-quality food and contribute to memorable guest dining experiences. The role involves preparing menu items according to recipes and quality standards, managing guest orders, and maintaining knowledge of menu offerings and complex recipes. The Cook I oversees station execution, quality control, inventory checks, timing and plating, and may direct cooks during shifts. The position also helps keep food service areas stocked, clean, and sanitary while following food-handling, storage, health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol-awareness requirements.

Waldorf Astoria Chicago is a luxury hotel in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. It has 215 rooms, more than 5,000 square feet of meeting space, and four food and beverage outlets, including a restaurant, two bars, and in-room dining. Hilton describes its culture as centered on hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and urgency. Hilton benefits and perks are available subject to eligibility, location, and program terms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to designated recipes and quality standards.
• Manage guest orders efficiently while supporting a positive dining experience.
• Maintain knowledge of menu offerings and complex recipes; oversee station execution, quality control, and inventory checks.
• Inspect preparations and dishes before serving to ensure quality and presentation standards.
• Keep food service stations stocked, clean, and sanitary, and follow food-handling, storage, and safety protocols.
• Coordinate timing and plating; manage or direct cooks during shifts; assist with inventory checks, ordering, shift briefings, and special features.
• Comply with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol-awareness regulations.

Benefits

• Discounted hotel travel through the Go Hilton program, including 110 discounted nights and room rates as low as $40 per night.
• Employee stock purchase program with a 15% discount on Hilton shares.
• Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents.
• Caregiving concierge services.
• Crisis concierge support.
• Free counseling and support through the Employee Assistance Program for eligible Team Members.
• Paid time off.
• Health plans, including coverage options for dental and vision care.
• Retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed