Cook 2 - Intermediate - Banquets

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Located on the shores of Lake Washington, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, a recent AAA Four Diamond and Best of Housekeeping award winner, perfectly combines the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with modern amenities.  Enjoy close proximity access to Sea-Tac International Airport, downtown Seattle and Bellevue, Mount Rainier National Park, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, and more.  Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, then return to your comfortable room in Renton.

Job Overview:

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest.  Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. 

An intermediate banquet cook requires good communication and culinary skills. The desired cook candidate will have cooking experience in mass quantities and a culinary degree or at least 2 years of professional culinary experience. An intermediate cook should have a professional knowledge of cooking ingredients and procedures.  Intermediate cook will work single stations in the kitchen and require significant supervision and training. This position is focused on late lunch and dinner service. Evening shift availability, weekends and holidays are highly preferred. 

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards.  Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Wage Information:

The salary range for this position is $22.00 to $28.60.  The starting hourly rate is $22.00. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications and education.

**Must be over the age of 18**

• Evening availability, weekends and holidays are highly preferred.
• Refined verbal communication skills.
• 2 years of previous culinary experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred.
• Candidate should be able to perform all basic cooking skills.
• Able to work single station in the kitchen.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Possess food handler’s card.

Benefits & Perks:

As a colleague, we have you covered with awesome benefits and perks! Some of those include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
• Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
• Paid Vacation, sick leave and up to 2 float days 
• 401(k)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Paid Family Bonding Time
• Tuition and Wellness Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Free Parking
• Referral Bonuses
• Discounted room nights and Friends and Family discounts at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Free colleague meals during shift

Unlimited growth potential with Hyatt. Ability to relocate for advancement opportunities in the future.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.