Evening cook

Job Overview

Position Title: Evening Cook (Full-Time / Part-Time)
Property: Hilton Garden Inn
Department: Food & Beverage / Culinary
Reports To: Executive Chef / Food & Beverage Director
The Hilton Garden Inn is seeking a talented and dependable Evening Cook to join our culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes for our evening restaurant service, room service, and scheduled banquet events. You will ensure that every plate meets Hilton’s brand standards for quality, taste, and presentation, while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment.

• Prepare and cook menu items to order during dinner service, following established recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
• Manage station setup, prep work, and breakdown, ensuring all ingredients are fresh, properly rotated (FIFO), and adequately stocked for the shift.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, fryers, ovens, and slicers.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation throughout the shift, adhering to all local health department regulations and hotel safety standards.
• Handle guest special requests and dietary restrictions with care and accuracy to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Assist with receiving, rotating, and storing food and beverage deliveries.
• Collaborate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and seamless service.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned by the culinary leadership team.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 1–2 years of cooking experience in a full-service restaurant or hotel environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of line cooking, food preparation techniques, and knife skills.
• Deep understanding of food safety and sanitation protocols (ServSafe certification is a plus).
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work evening shifts, weekends, and holidays as business demands require.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously for the duration of an 8-hour shift.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort working in environment with variable temperatures (heat from stoves/ovens and cold from walk-in coolers).

Benefits

• Travel discounts at Hilton properties worldwide for you, your friends, and your family. (after 90 days)
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the Hilton network.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401k matching.

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person