Pm Cook
About the Company
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, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. 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. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets.
About Our Property
Opening in April 2026, the Virginia Guesthouse is a 214-room hotel featuring 25,000 square feet of conference and event space located on the beautiful Grounds of the University of Virginia. Making its debut in the spirited WAHOO community, the Guesthouse will offer a vibrant and inspiring setting for guests, conference attendees, faculty, and students alike. We’re building a team that’s as welcoming and dynamic as the guests we’ll serve.
About the Role
We are looking for someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team. This individual must be creative, motivated, and passionate about growing their talents in the kitchen! Successful candidates will have previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment, with a strong desire to learn, develop skills, and work with the culinary leadership team to create menus that reflect seasonal availability and the concept of the restaurant.
The Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook will maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production levels from the Kitchen staff.
Responsibilities
- Develop knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté, and fry)
- Gain experience using knives and various kitchen equipment
- Reach and recreate recipes
- Ensure consistency in all food preparation
- Learn how to minimize food waste through cross-utilization
- Work with a world-class culinary team
- Create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
- Maintain a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Be responsible for the quality of ingredients
Requirements
- Active Food Handler’s certification or the ability to obtain it
- Willingness to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently
- Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
- Able to lift at least 50 pounds
- At least 21 years of age
- Desire to exceed expectations
- Energetic personality
Pay
$21.00 per hour