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Hotel Prep Cook

$18 - $20 per hour

NCG Hospitality

Hotel Prep Cook, The Trade Hotel Milwaukee

Join a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace Winner!

Starting at $18-$20/hour, experienced candidates may qualify for a higher wage

Why You'll Love Working Here

The Hotel Prep Cook position is more than a job, it's a path to a fulfilling adventure, one that you direct and we guide. A place where your impact matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions are valued. We'll invest in you, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed all while staying true to our core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility. We take great pride in the inclusive environment we've created attributing to our award-winning status, an experience in which team members at every level are fully engaged and can see the relationship between their job responsibilities and the overall success of The Trade Hotel Milwaukee.

How Do I Make An Impact On My Team?

Join our kitchen team as a Hotel Prep Cook, where you'll play a key role in crafting delicious meals by preparing fresh ingredients and supporting chefs and other cooks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

  • Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, and measuring according to recipes and chef instructions
  • Maintain a clean and organized workstation following food safety and sanitation standards
  • Label and store food items properly to ensure freshness and minimize waste
  • Assist with basic cooking tasks and restock supplies to support the kitchen team during service.

What Does Success Look Like In This Role?

  • One or more years of kitchen experience
  • Consistently ensures the highest standards of service in attaining guest satisfaction and profitability
  • Creative, organized, innovative and even tempered personality
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment

What Will You Get At NCG Hospitality?

The Trade Hotel Milwaukee is proudly managed by NCG Hospitality, an award winning, family-owned third generation business and leader in the ownership, development, and operations of over 30 premier hospitality properties.

Career Development

  • Personalized career pathing and skill development
  • Leadership and mentorship programs
  • Educational and certification reimbursement

Team Member Perks

  • Worldwide hotel discounts and free stays at NCG Hospitality managed hotels
  • Catch of the Day earn bonuses for going above and beyond to support team and guests
  • Everyone Sells earn cash for bringing in business to our properties
  • Paid Volunteer hours Earn money for community service

Health & Wellness Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Paid sick time and Paid Time Off
  • Virtual telehealth access and employee assistance resources
  • Monthly health and fitness reimbursement programs

Financial Support

  • Same-day pay options
  • Referral bonus earn cash for bringing great team members
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%

Ready To Grow With Us? Visit ncghospitality.com to explore all current openings and view this short video on Who Is NCG Hospitality. NCG Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

NCG Hospitality
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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