Cook III - NOUN Hotel

Cook III at Noun Hotel

At Noun Hotel, we bring modern luxury and local charm to Norman, Oklahoma. With stylish accommodations, an inviting rooftop bar, and a strong connection to the University of Oklahoma community, our hotel is a hub for hospitality, culture, and celebration. Curators at NOUN thrive in an engaging, guest-focused environment, where exceptional service and community spirit come together.

NOUN Hotel is hiring for a Cook III.

You should join our team if you believe...

• Great food is at the heart of a memorable hotel experience.
• Consistency, quality, and attention to detail matter in every dish that leaves the kitchen.
• A well-organized kitchen allows the entire team to provide exceptional service.
• Following recipes, proper food handling, and sanitation standards are essential to creating safe and delicious food.
• Teamwork and communication are critical to keeping a busy kitchen running smoothly.
• Every plate is an opportunity to create an UNMATCHED MOMENT for our guests.

You're a great fit for this role if you love...

• Preparing a variety of menu items according to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.
• Working across different cooking methods, including roasting, broiling, baking, frying, steaming, and stewing.
• Setting up, maintaining, and breaking down your assigned kitchen station.
• Using both small and large kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Keeping your workstation, equipment, storage areas, and kitchen floors clean and organized.
• Following proper procedures for food storage, product rotation, temperature control, cooling, and handling.
• Identifying food safety hazards, equipment concerns, and maintenance issues and communicating them to leadership.
• Helping maintain an organized, efficient, and professional kitchen environment.
• Supporting and working alongside fellow Kitchen Curators to ensure smooth service and excellent guest experiences.
• Controlling food waste and helping maintain appropriate food costs.
• Taking pride in preparing food that consistently meets the standards of NOUN Hotel.

We're excited to have you join us because...

• You understand that consistency and quality are essential in a professional kitchen.
• You can follow written and verbal instructions while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• You take food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling seriously.
• You understand how to safely operate and clean a variety of kitchen equipment.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with Managers and fellow Curators.
• You are willing to support and assist your team wherever needed.
• You can maintain composure and professionalism during busy service periods.
• You take ownership of your station and understand the importance of being prepared for service.
• You are committed to providing guests with excellent food and genuine care.

Education and Experience

• Previous professional kitchen or culinary experience preferred.
• Experience preparing food in a hotel, restaurant, or high-volume kitchen environment preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods and food preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, temperature control, storage, and product rotation procedures.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion specifications.
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment and tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Managers and fellow Curators.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Food safety certification preferred, where applicable.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, push, pull, and move throughout the kitchen.
• Ability to lift and carry food products, supplies, equipment, and other items as required.
• Ability to work around hot surfaces, ovens, fryers, steam, sharp equipment, and other kitchen hazards while following established safety procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.

We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to curate UNMATCHED MOMENTS.

What else do YOU need to know...

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. We are an equal opportunity employer.