Full Time Cook - Marriott Colorado Springs

Cook | Marriott Colorado Springs

Great food starts with a great cook. Not just someone who follows a recipe, but someone who takes pride in every dish they prepare, treats every station like it is their own, and understands that the guest experience begins the moment the first ingredient hits the pan. Someone who brings skill, consistency, and genuine care to the work every single shift.

We are looking for a passionate, reliable, and team-first Cook to join our culinary team at the Marriott Colorado Springs. Whether you are an experienced kitchen professional looking for the right property to grow with or someone who has been building their culinary foundation and is ready to take the next step, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Cook at the Marriott Colorado Springs, you will be responsible for preparing all food items based on standardized recipes across our Restaurant and Dining Outlet, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria, and Banquet operations. You will maintain, set up, and execute food production and quality control across multiple stations including broiler, saute, grill, and others as needed, and you will uphold the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards that define a professional kitchen operation.

This is a role for someone who is comfortable working at a high level of efficiency and quality during service, who takes ownership of their station from setup to breakdown, and who brings a positive, team-first attitude to every interaction with guests and fellow associates. You will be working across multiple outlets and functions depending on the needs of the operation, which means flexibility and a willingness to step in wherever you are needed are essential parts of the job.

This position also offers a real pathway for career advancement within our organization. We believe in developing our culinary team and promoting from within, and for the right person, this role is a strong foundation for long-term growth in the hospitality industry.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing all food items based on standardized recipes for the restaurant, dining outlets, room service, employee cafeteria, and banquets while maintaining the highest standards of quality, presentation, and consistency
• Maintaining, setting up, and executing food production and quality control for all meat, fish, fowl, sauces, stocks, seasonings, and other food items prepared across broiler, saute, grill, and other assigned stations
• Completing all necessary food and station preparations prior to the opening of the restaurant and dining outlets so guests are served promptly and efficiently throughout service
• Maintaining your post on the kitchen line during operating hours, preparing food to order at the highest standards of efficiency, productivity, and quality
• Preparing and displaying buffet food items according to Pyramid Global Hospitality and Marriott standards
• Preparing food for banquets as required, following the specifications of Banquet Event Orders accurately and on time
• Preparing and serving food for the associate cafeteria as specified by restaurant leadership
• Using production charts as specified by Pyramid Global Hospitality and Marriott standards throughout food preparation
• Breaking down buffets and the kitchen line at the end of each meal period, storing all food and equipment properly
• Working banquet food stations as scheduled by restaurant leadership
• Assisting with the storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures, including proper labeling, dating, and placement
• Maintaining the Clean as You Go policy throughout every shift; cleanliness and sanitation are not an afterthought here, they are part of the job
• Operating and maintaining the cleanliness of all kitchen equipment throughout the shift
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of all storage areas at all times
• Practicing safe work habits at all times to protect yourself and your fellow associates
• Knowing the location and proper operation of all fire extinguishing equipment on property
• Being familiar with all hotel policies, house rules, and emergency procedures
• Signing keys in and out under supervision as needed and maintaining proper key control practices
• Approaching all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly, professional, and service-oriented manner
• Attending meetings as required by management and performing additional duties as requested by leadership

What We're Looking For

A genuine passion for food and the culinary craft; you care about the quality of what you produce and it shows in your work

A thorough working knowledge of menus and food preparation techniques across multiple stations and cooking methods

The ability to convey information and ideas clearly and communicate effectively with your team and leadership

The ability to evaluate situations quickly and make good decisions under pressure without losing your composure

The ability to work well in high-pressure, fast-paced situations while maintaining quality and professionalism

A genuine commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards; you do not take shortcuts

Reliable attendance and a flexible schedule; kitchen operations vary based on business needs and you are ready for that

A warm, friendly, and team-first attitude with guests and associates at all times

A self-directed work ethic; you take ownership of your station and you do not wait to be told what needs to be done next

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related culinary field is preferred

Food Handler Certification is required and must comply with state requirements; can be provided by the hotel if not currently held

Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, or commercial kitchen environment is preferred

Working knowledge of food safety, proper storage and rotation procedures, and kitchen sanitation standards

Ability to read and follow standardized recipes and production charts accurately

Ability to convey information and ideas clearly to team members and leadership

Ability to evaluate options and make quick, accurate decisions in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining composure and quality standards

Ability to stand and move for the full duration of a shift in a high-heat, fast-paced kitchen environment

Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. as needed

Comfortable with bending, reaching, and sustained physical activity throughout the shift

Flexible availability to work varying shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Physical Requirements

This is a physically active role for the full duration of every shift. You should be comfortable standing and moving continuously in a high-heat, fast-paced kitchen environment, lifting and carrying items up to 50 lbs., and bending and reaching throughout the course of your work. Physical stamina and comfort with sustained activity at a consistent pace are important parts of performing this role well.

Who Thrives Here

The Cooks who truly excel here are the ones who bring real ownership to their station. They arrive prepared, they set up right, they execute with consistency, and they clean as they go without being reminded. They communicate with their teammates. They step in to help without being asked. They take pride in every plate that leaves their station because they know it represents not just their work, but this entire team and this property.

They also understand that great kitchens are built on great habits. The way you handle your station during the slow moments determines how you perform during the rush. If you are someone who takes those details seriously and brings that kind of professionalism to work every day, you are going to do well here and there is real room to grow.

What's In It for You

At Pyramid Global Hospitality, we believe the people who prepare and produce the food that defines our guest experience deserve to feel exceptional about where they work. When you join our team, you gain access to a full range of benefits designed to support your life and your future, including:

• Exclusive discounts on room rates and experiences across our award-winning hotel portfolio
• Comprehensive health insurance plans including mental wellbeing support for you and your loved ones
• Pet insurance for the four-legged members of your family
• Competitive finance and retirement solutions
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses
• Generous paid time off
• Exciting associate perks and discounts
• Skill-enhancing job training from day one
• Educational opportunities to support your long-term career growth
• A genuine commitment to work-life balance
• Real pathways for career advancement within our organization

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