Full Time Cook - Marriott Colorado Springs

About the role

The Marriott Colorado Springs is seeking a passionate and reliable Cook to join our culinary team. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items based on standardized recipes for various outlets including the restaurant, dining outlets, room service, and employee cafeteria.
• Maintain, set up, and execute food production and quality control across multiple stations such as broiler, saute, grill, and others as needed.
• Ensure timely and efficient service to guests by completing all necessary food and station preparations before opening hours.
• Work across multiple outlets and functions, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to step in wherever needed.
• Contribute to career advancement within the organization through ongoing development and promotion opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with experience in a hotel or related culinary field.
• Food Handler Certification compliant with state requirements.
• Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, or commercial kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of menus and food preparation techniques across multiple stations and cooking methods.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes and production charts accurately.
• Effective communication skills to convey information and ideas clearly to team members and leadership.
• Quick decision-making ability to handle situations under pressure.
• Strong commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Flexible availability to work varying shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and culinary craft.
• Thorough knowledge of menus and food preparation techniques.
• Ability to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Quick evaluation and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Physical stamina and comfort with sustained activity.
• Comfortable with bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Warm, friendly, and team-first attitude.
• Self-directed work ethic.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a Cook who embodies a genuine passion for food, possesses a thorough understanding of food preparation techniques, and demonstrates a commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety. A warm, friendly, and team-first attitude is essential, along with a self-directed work ethic and a willingness to step in and help whenever needed.