Cook - Intermediate Line - Waters Table

Hyatt • Renton, WA

152d • $22 - $28

About The Position

Located on the shores of Lake Washington, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport, a recent AAA Four Diamond and Best of Housekeeping award winner, perfectly combines the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with modern amenities. Enjoy close proximity access to Sea-Tac International Airport, downtown Seattle and Bellevue, Mount Rainier National Park, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, and more. Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, then return to your comfortable room in Renton. At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met - they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. An intermediate line cook requires good communication and culinary skills. The desired cook candidate will have hotel cooking experience and a culinary degree. An intermediate cook should have a professional knowledge of cooking ingredients and procedures. You will play a key role in plating high quality dishes, while ensuring consistency, precision, and adherence to the restaurant's culinary standards. Intermediate cook will work single stations in the kitchen and require moderate supervision and training. This role requires a professional approach, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a high pressure, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have flexible availability including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Refined verbal communication skills.
• 2 years of previous line experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred.
• Candidate should be able to perform all basic and advanced cooking skills.
• Able to cook meat to requested temperature from rare to well done.
• Knowledgeable of how to create all mother sauces, and stocks.
• Ability to filet fish, and basic butchery skills.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment efficiently and safely.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Advanced knife skills.
• Able to read and recreate recipes.
• Able to work single station in the kitchen.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Possess food handler's card.

Responsibilities

• Station setup. Prepare mise en place for your station and ensure all ingredients are prepped, organized and ready for service each day.
• Execute the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant's standards and recipes, ensuring quality, consistency, and timeliness.
• Monitor food quality throughout the cooking process, ensuring that all dishes meet the established taste, texture, and presentation criteria.
• Work closely with other kitchen staff, including cooks and chefs, to maintain a smooth workflow during service. Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff as needed.
• Assist with inventory control, ensuring proper stock rotation, minimal waste, and timely replenishment of ingredients.
• Keep your workstation clean, organized, and stocked throughout service adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Follow all food handling, sanitation, storage and rotation protocols to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, ensuring orders are completed accurately and efficiently within the required time frames.
• Assist in the development and refinement of menu items, suggesting improvements based on guest feedback and seasonal ingredients.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
• Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
• Paid Vacation, sick leave and up to 2 float days
• 401(k)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Paid Family Bonding Time
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition and Wellness Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Referral Bonuses
• Discounted room nights and Friends and Family discounts at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Free colleague meals during shift
• Unlimited growth potential with Hyatt. Ability to relocate for advancement opportunities in the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: Associate degree