Cook at Embassy Suites

Join the Team at the Brand-New Embassy Suites Downtown Chattanooga!

Do you want to be a part of something fresh and exciting—backed by a team that values people, purpose, and genuine hospitality. If you're ready to grow with a company that puts people first, we’d love to meet you.  We’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help bring exceptional service to life.

Be part of the Vision. Be part of the experience.

Cooks will be responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards. The person in this position must be able to roll their sleeves up and assist our teams when needed, living our “ONE TEAM. ONE VISION.” philosophy. This person must also provide innovative ways that align with our mission to be the best, most respected hotel company in America. 

• Complete all required training 
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures and property specific brand standards 
• Provide personalized, friendly service to each and every guest 
• Knowledge of fundamental principles and procedures of food preparation, short orders, and banquet food service 
• Implement the highest possible hygiene policies and examine daily the work areas and equipment cleanliness
• Follow established recipes to ensure the quality of everything being served to our guests 
• Optimize your productivity by executing the established daily food prep plan 
• Obtain feedback on food and service quality, and effectively resolve customer problems and complaints 
• Practice safe and sanitary work habits 
• Ensure compliance to all federal, state, brand regulations/requirements 
• This position works in a high-heat environment and with chemicals on a regular basis 
• Remember, that nothing is more important than safety and security, so you will do checks and work with the property engineering team and your local vendors to ensure all items are in proper working order and excellent condition 
• Perform any other duties as requested by management to aid in better operation of the hotel and service to the guests    

What we're looking for in a Cook

• 2-4 years experience in casual dining
• Knife skills, range of cooking methods
• Attention to detail
• Cleanliness and organization is important to you
• Team player
• Excellent communication

Requirements of a Cook

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Keep confidential the business functions of the company including, but not limited to, financial status, customer/guest information, associate issues, etc. 
• Must be responsible for safety and security of guests, fellow associates, and hotel assets 
• Have knowledge of fire alarm system and evacuation procedures 
• Able to report to scheduled shifts 
• Able to communicate effectively in writing, verbally, and in person 
• Able to work a flexible schedule. We are a 24/7 business which may require work availability of nights, weekends, and holidays 
• Is organized, honest, and works well with others 
• Maintain a clean and attractive work area, uniform, and person 
• Has the highest degree of integrity and is humble, living by the Golden Rule
• Able to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Values of dedication, innovation, showing respect, being driven by excellence, being community-focused, and having a spirit of service.
• Be able to bend, reach, kneel, push, and stretch and lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds 
• Can perform work for 8 hours and work in a restrictive space/environment 
• Must have eyesight enabling vision both near and far 
• Must be able to work in extreme conditions such as heat, cold and stress 
• Have finger dexterity for operating equipment 
• Must speak in a clear, understandable voice, hear at a basic level, and understand English 
• Must be able to write

What can we offer you?

• We promote from within with the potential to move up within the company 
• Health, dental, and vision Insurance for full time employees
• Career Development
• Discount on food!

Apply Today!