Cook 2 - Pastry Kitchen (FT/Seasonal)
Hyatt Regency · Cambridge, MD · 2 days ago
Management$17.5/hrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Prepare and cook menu items following recipes, specifications, and production standards.
- Organize and maintain workstation with proper mise en place, tools, and equipment.
- Ensure all food items are properly labeled, rotated, and stored according to Hyatt food-safety standards.
- Maintain product quality, freshness, and portion control throughout service.
- Communicate effectively with fellow cooks, chefs, and service teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Follow established sanitation, hygiene, and safety procedures at all times.
- Support Cook I and Cook III colleagues through teamwork, communication, and consistency.
- Assist in banquet preparation, special events, and menu changes as needed.
- Perform other culinary duties as assigned by the Chef team.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of professional cooking experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant.
- Proficiency with basic cooking techniques including sauté, grill, roasting, and cold prep.
- Strong knife skills and understanding of food handling and sanitation requirements.
- Ability to follow directions, work under pressure, and maintain organization in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knife skills and cooking fundamentals, The ability to read tickets and execute during high-volume service,
- Possess knowledge of cooking techniques (sautéing, grilling, roasting, frying),
- An understanding of food cost awareness and waste reduction,
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment and temperature control.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- Flexible schedule availability including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Culinary degree or certification preferred but not required.