Cook III Full-Time

Cook III

Are you passionate about hospitality and eager to work for the most recognized name in the industry? Do you aspire to grow your career at a premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee? If so, The Hilton Milwaukee is the perfect place for you!

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our dynamic team and contribute to the exceptional guest experience we're known for. As a Cook III you will be responsible for maintaining and setting up food production and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl, sauces, stocks, seasonings, and other food items prepared in a specific station.

There's no better time to join us as The Hilton Milwaukee is just completing a $40 million renovation. This extensive transformation elevated our guest rooms, event spaces, and grand lobby to reflect a new era of modern elegance. Connected to the newly expanded Baird Center, the Hilton Milwaukee is not only the city's largest hotel but also a historic gem.

What you will be doing:

• Set up all garnishes for dishes, assemble trays and stock bread.
• Responsible for set-up and break-down of station at the beginning and end of shift.
• Assist with special guest requests to ensure total guest satisfaction.
• Communicate with servers and kitchen associates to ensure total guest satisfaction.
• Serve food to tables if needed.
• Remove all dirty dishes from kitchen and/or server areas.
• Maintain condition and cleanliness of work area.
• Assist with food running to ensure food quality.
• Assist servers to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management, e.g., clean guest spills and clean/stock/sweep/mop all storage areas.

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge of appropriate table settings and service standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient for the associate to understand inquiries from customers and communicate simple instructions.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use a knife, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, tap kegs, and extend arms overhead to stock items.
• Ability to carry a food tray through a crowded room.
• Ability to grasp, bend, lift, and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods with hand; cart weighing a maximum of 100 lbs., at a continuous schedule.
• Ability to perform duties within temperature ranges, from normal to refrigerate.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Required memorization of all table numbers.

What's in it for:

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton-branded properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Free parking
• "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another while maintaining your service with the company
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match And more!

Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Union

Shift Available: Varies (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)

Pay Rate: $ 18.47

About Us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Hilton Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer.