Cook 1 (Lead Cook) - Stone & Webster Chophouse

Kessler Hospitality is a distinguished portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels that embody unique design, luxurious accommodations, enriching ambiance, and intuitive service. The company has established a strong presence with properties spread throughout Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Each Kessler hotel is a distinguished destination imbued with exquisite art, music, and cultural influences that are designed to be intentionally approachable for guests. Known for offering refined Bohemian luxury, Kessler Hospitality’s properties range from cutting-edge downtown icons and premier luxury lodges to elite ski resorts and vibrant entertainment hubs.

One of the standout locations within this portfolio is the AAA Four Diamond JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District, situated in the heart of historic Savannah along the Savannah riverfront. This unique property stands where a former power plant once operated, symbolizing the beauty of progress and transformation. Plant Riverside District is comprised of three architecturally rich buildings, including the Power Plant with its chic industrial design, the romantically styled Three Muses, and the contemporary Atlantic building featuring maritime influences. The hotel offers guests a wealth of experiences including shopping in the downtown district, dining at multiple sophisticated restaurants, enjoying riverside bars, taking part in walking tours, or indulging in the hotel’s relaxing spa and lively nightlife scenes.

The role of Cook at Kessler Hospitality, specifically at the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District, is essential to delivering an exceptional culinary experience for the hotel’s guests and staff. The Cook is tasked with preparing all food items in alignment with standardized recipes, ensuring that every dish served in the hotel’s restaurants, room service, employee cafeteria, and banquets meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. This role demands attention to detail, culinary skill, and a commitment to maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and safety within the kitchen environment.

The Cook must be proficient in a wide range of cooking techniques such as charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sautéing, braising, roasting, and par-cooking. A thorough understanding of menu items and the proper use of herbs and spices is crucial for successfully delivering the diverse food offerings of the hotel. The role involves constant collaboration with the kitchen team to support various stations, prepare food in advance for meal periods, display buffet items attractively, and execute banquet meal specifications accurately.

In this position, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen is a priority. The Cook follows all health department and company regulations to ensure safe food handling and storage. The role also involves minimizing waste and optimizing cost and production efficiency. Physical stamina is required to meet the demands of the job, which includes standing for long periods, handling weight up to 50 pounds occasionally, and working in temperature variations.

Overall, the Cook contributes significantly to the unique and high-quality dining experiences expected at Kessler Hospitality’s boutique hotels. This employment opportunity is hourly, offering a dynamic work environment in a luxury hotel setting that champions both creativity and excellence in hospitality.