Hilton Garden Inn Reno - Cook

Our hiring establishment is a well-known hotel property conveniently located just six miles from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. This prime location offers guests easy access to diverse businesses, shopping centers, and medical facilities. The hotel caters to travelers who want to experience the beautiful Lake Tahoe area, renowned for its water and snow activities and scenic hiking trails like the famous Tahoe Rim Trail. Guests also enjoy leisure activities such as sightseeing tours aboard the M.S. Dixie Queen, visits to the historic Virginia & Truckee train rides, or taking advantage of the hotel’s amenities including a 24-hour Business Center with complimentary WiFi, a 24-hour Pavilion Pantry convenience store, an indoor pool, fitness center, whirlpool, and the Great American Grill serving tasty American cuisine.

We are seeking a talented Cook to join our culinary team. This role is essential for delivering high-quality food across all our outlets, including the restaurant, café, room service, employee cafeteria, and banquets. As a Cook here, you will be more than just someone who prepares meals; you will be a key player in ensuring that every dish meets our high standards in taste, presentation, and portion control. Your ability to coordinate with kitchen staff and lead operations efficiently is crucial for maintaining a smooth workflow in our busy kitchen environment.

This position is ideal for culinary professionals who flourish under pressure, are passionate about crafting unforgettable dining experiences and bring creativity and finesse to every plate. You will be responsible for supervising food preparation meticulously while contributing to an organized, spotless kitchen workspace that adheres strictly to safety and sanitation regulations. Effective communication is a vital part of this role, as collaborating with kitchen staff and addressing guest concerns professionally ensures service excellence. You will also need to anticipate challenges proactively and take initiative to resolve issues quickly before they impact service quality.

The Cook role requires someone who can manage their time wisely to ensure prompt food preparation and timely service to guests. We welcome both culinary graduates and individuals with practical experience in hospitality. Certification in food handling compliant with state requirements is mandatory, and you should be ready to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining composure and focus.

Upon successful completion of an initial waiting period, employees hired into full-time positions will enjoy a competitive benefits package that uniquely supports their health and well-being including medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability insurance, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and a 401k retirement plan. Additionally, the hotel offers a daily pay option for eligible employees to provide financial flexibility and convenience.

Join our team and bring your culinary talents to a dynamic and supportive environment where every day presents new opportunities to create exceptional food and memorable guest experiences. Whether preparing meal service for hotel guests or managing banquet functions, your role as a Cook is central to our mission of delivering culinary excellence and outstanding hospitality.