Banquet Cook I (Garde Manger)

Hilton Vancouver Washington is looking for their next Banquet Cook to join the team! Our amazing property is centrally located in the heart of downtown Vancouver with easy access to Portland International Airport. Featuring 226 rooms, the hotel is within walking distance to the gorgeous waterfront as well as to local bustling attractions such as the Vancouver Farmers Market (directly across the street from the hotel!), making us an excellent base for both leisure and business travel. 

If you have at least 2 years high-volume cooking experience, open availability, and basic computer skills, this may be the role for you! Previous hotel or catering experience a plus!

The hourly rate for this position is $25.13.  

What will I be doing? 

 As a Cook, you would be responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards 

• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times 

• Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner 

• Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products 

• Stock and maintain designated food station(s) 

• Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen 

• Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations 

• Prepare requisitions for supplies and food items, as needed 

What are we looking for? 

 Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: 

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. 

• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. 

• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. 

• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. 

• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. 

• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline 

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: 

• Quality 

• Productivity 

• Dependability 

• Customer Focus 

• Adaptability 

What will it be like to work for Hilton? 

 Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all! 

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the World. 

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family. 

• Vision, dental, life and disability insurance 

• Mental Health Resources 

• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) – you can accrue up to 168 hours of PTO in your first year of employment 

• Go Hilton travel discount program: 100 nights of discounted travel per calendar year 

• Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more) 

• Career growth and development 

• Team Member Resource Groups 

• Recognition and rewards programs 

• Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay 

Other Compensation 

• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount 

• Employee referral program – refer someone for employment, receive $400 after they complete 60 days of employment 

• Complimentary meal in the cafeteria while on shift 

• Complimentary parking 

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