Cook - Entry Level

  • Hyatt Hotels Corp.
  • Austin, Texas
  • Full Time

Job Requirements:

Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures

Prep food items for after-hours distribution

Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware

Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage

Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas

Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices

Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils

Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons

Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters

Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage

Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs

Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests

Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met

Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area

Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition

Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property

Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements

Attend relevant meetings

Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Working Conditions/Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, typical of a hotel/restaurant/office setting

The person in this position may have to lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds on a daily basis; anything over fifty (50) pounds is considered a minimum two (2) person lift

The person having this position may have to remain stationary for one (1) hour, move about/traverse property spaces, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for up to eight (8) hours per day

Benefits:

Bunkhouse offers a liberal working environment that encourages individuality and creativity. We offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 30 hours/week or more that includes:

Highly subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage

Short Term Disability coverage

Generous Paid Time off (Full Time)

Free stays at Bunkhouse hotels (Full Time)

401k with company matching

Employee Discounts (50% off on food & beverage!)

8 weeks paid Parental Leave (Full Time, after 1 year employment)

Job Requirements:

Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures

Prep food items for after-hours distribution

Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware

Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage

Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas

Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices

Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils

Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons

Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters

Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage

Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs

Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests

Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met

Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area

Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition

Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property

Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements

Attend relevant meetings

Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Working Conditions/Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, typical of a hotel/restaurant/office setting

The person in this position may have to lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds on a daily basis; anything over fifty (50) pounds is considered a minimum two (2) person lift

The person having this position may have to remain stationary for one (1) hour, move about/traverse property spaces, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for up to eight (8) hours per day

Benefits:

Bunkhouse offers a liberal working environment that encourages individuality and creativity. We offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 30 hours/week or more that includes:

Highly subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage

Short Term Disability coverage

Generous Paid Time off (Full Time)

Free stays at Bunkhouse hotels (Full Time)

401k with company matching

Employee Discounts (50% off on food & beverage!)

8 weeks paid Parental Leave (Full Time, after 1 year employment)

Job ID: 481665825
Originally Posted on: 6/18/2025

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