Cook - H Bar

About the role

Welcome to Hyatt House LA – University Medical Center, a valued property in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Featuring 200 spacious guest rooms and 1,100 sq. ft. of meeting space, this hotel offers an inspiring environment to grow your career in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Assists the culinary leadership team in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining.
• Develops knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry).
• Reads and recreates recipes.
• Ensures consistency on all food preparation.
• Learns how to minimize food waste through cross utilization.
• Works with a world-class culinary team.
• Prepares ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat).
• Keeps a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Safeguards proper storage of food and other items.
• Ensures the quality of ingredients.

Requirements

• 2-3 years previous culinary experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Active Food handler’s certification or the ability to obtain one.
• Willingness to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to work independently and on your feet for long periods of time.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• At least 21 years of age.
• A desire to exceed expectations.
• An energetic personality.

Qualifications

• Passion for the culinary arts.
• Desire to develop skills and grow a career.

Skills

• Cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry).
• Knife skills and kitchen equipment usage.
• Recipe reading and adaptation.
• Food waste minimization techniques.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Ingredient preparation and storage.
• Quality assurance in food preparation.

Benefits

Hyatt House LA – University Medical Center offers a supportive, people-first culture where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay

$25.00 per hour

Schedule

Shifts vary and may include day, night, and weekend work.

Company Information

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, Axiom Hospitality, and PYRAMIDWORKS. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers.

About Pyramid Global Hospitality

We are committed to creating a workplace where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that prioritizes growth and teamwork, Hyatt House LA – University Medical Center is the place to be.