Join Our Team as a Cook! 

About Us

The Cook I is the magic behind our exceptional dining experiences, wielding impressive culinary skills and a keen eye for maintaining top-notch food quality and kitchen safety standards. With each dish crafted to perfection, this role plays a vital part in creating a dining experience that leaves our guests craving for more. 

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Culinary Skills: Prepare all food items based on standardized recipes, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. 
• Attention to Detail: Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen and work areas at all times. 
• Time Management: Complete necessary food and station preparations efficiently to ensure prompt service during operating hours. 
• Communication Skills: Convey information and ideas clearly, and work effectively in high-pressure situations. 
• Problem-Solving: Evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately to address kitchen challenges. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in food preparation and cooking in a professional kitchen. 
• High school diploma or equivalent; experience in a hotel or related field preferred. 
• Food Handlers Certification as required by state regulations. 

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information Find us just off I-95, less than two miles from The New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center and a 20-minute drive from Rutgers University. Our Garden Grille & Bar is open for breakfast, dinner, and drinks, and snacks are available in the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry. Enjoy our comfortable rooms, heated indoor pool, fitness center, and free WiFi. Our goal is to make every guest feel at home. What sets us apart is our team-oriented culture—we think as we, not I. We collaborate, support each other, and hold daily Stand-up Meetings to celebrate wins, recognize employees, and discuss ways to continuously improve our service. Our shared commitment is to create unforgettable experiences for our guests. As part of a company managing over 800 hotels worldwide, we take pride in our diverse workforce and people-first approach to business. Our employees enjoy fantastic benefits, including hotel discounts, discount programs, online training courses, management apprentice programs, leadership development opportunities, and much more. So, if you're looking for a place where you can grow, succeed, and belong, come join us!