Cook III

Evolution Hospitality is a distinguished hospitality management company operating as the lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge Hospitality. They specialize in creating unique lifestyle experiences and maximizing performance across a curated portfolio of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, along with various restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. With a profound commitment to both culture and results, Evolution Hospitality values honesty, humility, intellect, and ability in its team members. The company nurtures personal and professional growth, fostering an environment where employees strive to become better individuals as well as skilled professionals. This commitment to excellence and development has established Evolution Hospitality as a world-class operation known for its brilliant and caring team.

One of the premier properties managed by Evolution Hospitality is the Canvas Hotel Dallas, a boutique hotel featuring luxurious amenities and urban-inspired decor. Situated less than one mile from downtown Dallas, the hotel offers guests polished concrete floors, custom furnishings, expansive picture windows, and modern amenities like 49-inch flat-screen HDTVs and iPod docking stations. The property boasts a rooftop pool, meeting rooms, and banquet facilities suitable for conferences and social events. Guests can also enjoy convenient services such as a shuttle within a one-mile radius and billiards tables in the lobby, combining comfort and entertainment in a stylish setting.

The role of Cook III at Evolution Hospitality is crafted for a culinary expert with a passion for leadership and maintaining impeccable food quality standards. This leadership position requires supervising food preparation activities across multiple dining outlets to ensure guests experience consistently high-quality food and presentation. The Cook III will leverage strong culinary skills and proven leadership capabilities to guide and support kitchen team members, ensuring efficient kitchen operations and exceptional culinary output.

In this dynamic and fast-paced role, problem-solving and initiative are essential. The Cook III must anticipate challenges, assess alternatives, and swiftly resolve issues, often under pressure, to maintain smooth kitchen functioning. Strong communication skills are vital for effectively conveying instructions and fostering a collaborative team environment where all members can perform at their best.

Another critical aspect of the Cook III position includes financial acuity: utilizing financial data and arithmetic to make cost-effective decisions that support the kitchen's operational budget. Additionally, the role demands strict adherence to food safety standards, ensuring the kitchen environment is clean, organized, and free from hazards, thereby safeguarding the wellbeing of both guests and staff.

Candidates for this role are expected to bring significant experience – at least seven years of progressive culinary work or alternatively, culinary graduates with minimum two years of progressive experience in hotels or related fields. Holding a Food Handlers Certification compliant with state regulations is mandatory.

Evolution Hospitality offers a competitive benefits package after a waiting period for full-time hires. Benefits include daily pay options, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, short-term and long-term disability income plans, term life and AD and D insurance, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and a 401k retirement plan, all designed to support employee wellbeing and financial security.

If you are a motivated culinary professional eager to lead and excel in a respected hospitality company renowned for culture and career development, the Cook III role at Evolution Hospitality’s Canvas Hotel Dallas represents an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a vibrant, upscale environment.