Lead Cook

JW Marriott Chicago is a prestigious luxury hotel located in the vibrant heart of Chicago at 151 W Adams St. As part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio, JW Marriott offers over 100 stunning hotels situated in prominent cities and resort locations worldwide. JW Marriott is renowned for its commitment to a luxurious guest experience complemented by a strong dedication to employee well-being and development. This esteemed hotel brand believes that happy employees foster happy guests, and it upholds a workplace culture characterized by confidence, innovation, authenticity, and intuition. This culture provokes a rich legacy that honors the values established by the company founder, J. Willard Marriott. Employees of JW Marriott Chicago are immersed in an inclusive community that promotes camaraderie and team spirit within a diverse and dynamic workforce. The company offers a unique workplace experience tied to continuous learning, growth opportunities, and professional recognition, all within a luxurious environment emphasizing holistic wellness. JW Marriott Chicago is currently seeking to enhance its culinary team with a dedicated Culinary Associate. This full-time, non-management position emphasizes skill development and career growth facilitated through an innovative partnership with Rouxbe Culinary School. The role combines hands-on responsibilities with digital learning to empower associates at various culinary experience levels. The Culinary Associate is entrusted with preparing special meals and replacing food items as necessary, managing oven, grill, and rotisserie temperatures efficiently, and ensuring proper defrosting and portioning practices. They are required to consistently uphold food quality and presentation standards, maintain accurate food records, and assist management with workforce support during peak periods. The position also encourages proactive communication with both management and the Food and Beverage service team regarding available specials and product quality issues. Additionally, the Culinary Associate supports hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation, discipline, motivation, and coaching efforts as requested by management, embodying exemplary conduct that aligns with company policies and safety regulations. Employees in this role must maintain a clean, professional appearance while safeguarding proprietary information and company property. The job entails standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods and demands physical capabilities such as reaching, bending, twisting, and moving up to 25 pounds independently. Unique to this position is the opportunity for associates to access hundreds of well-designed and visually engaging culinary lessons via the Rouxbe online platform, making it an excellent career-building role for culinary professionals seeking to expand their skills within a world-class hospitality brand. The initial pay rate is $21.98 per hour with increase to $29.30 per hour after one year of employment, with a preference for availability during evening shifts, weekends, and holidays. This position also offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, retirement plans, paid time off (including applicable sick leave), life insurance, disability coverage, and wellness programs. Marriott International actively promotes diversity, inclusivity, and equal employment opportunities regardless of disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. By joining JW Marriott Chicago, associates become part of a global team devoted to delivering "A wonderful hotel experience, always," while realizing their personal potential and professional ambitions within a supportive and innovative workplace.