Cook II

Tampa Marriott Water Street is a distinguished hotel located in the vibrant city of Tampa, Florida. As part of the globally renowned Marriott International portfolio, this hotel blends luxury, contemporary style, and the warmth of hospitality to create a unique guest experience. Marriott International is known worldwide for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and fostering inclusive and diverse work environments. The Tampa Marriott Water Street continues this legacy by offering a dynamic and supportive workplace for individuals passionate about the hospitality industry, specifically in the food and beverage culinary sector.

This role is a full-time, non-management culinary position based at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. It presents an exceptional opportunity to blend passion for cooking with professional growth facilitated by a strategic partnership with Rouxbe Culinary School. Rouxbe provides associates with online culinary training, delivering hundreds of visually appealing and well-designed lessons that are immediately applicable to daily kitchen tasks. This collaboration underscores Marriott's commitment to employee development and career advancement in the culinary arts.

In your role as a culinary team member, you will be instrumental in maintaining the superior culinary standards that make Tampa Marriott Water Street a preferred dining destination. Your responsibilities will include preparing fresh ingredients, cooking menu items timely and to high quality specifications, checking dishes for proper preparation and temperature, and ensuring that kitchen equipment and surfaces are safely and hygienically maintained. The environment encourages creativity, attention to detail, and rigorous adherence to safety standards.

The hotel values teamwork, positive attitudes, and meticulousness, recognizing these qualities as fundamental to delivering exceptional guest experiences. You’ll join a professional team that promotes ongoing learning and skill enhancement while working with seasonal menus and unique culinary presentations that keep the work exciting and innovative.

Physical requirements of the role include the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, stand, sit, or walk for extended periods, and maintain a professional appearance with a clean uniform. Prior kitchen experience is advantageous but not mandatory. Marriott International’s ethos is grounded in equality, diversity, and the pursuit of hospitality excellence, offering a workplace that respects and celebrates individual differences and backgrounds.

Joining Tampa Marriott Water Street means becoming part of a globally recognized hospitality culture where talent is nurtured, and employees are celebrated for their unique contributions. You will benefit from numerous employee programs such as hotel discounts, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs, and a supportive management team. This role is ideal for those eager to grow their culinary expertise in a vibrant, luxury hotel environment, where commitment and passion for cooking translate into memorable guest dining experiences.

As a member of Marriott International and its luxury brand JW Marriott, you will also be part of a respected family of hotels that prioritizes employee happiness, innovation, and genuine hospitality. JW Marriott's global network offers rich training resources, recognition programs, and an inclusive workplace where employees can flourish and bring their best selves to work every day. This culinary position offers not just a job but a career path with clear opportunities for advancement and personal growth within a luxury brand dedicated to making a positive impact through hospitality.