Lead Cook at Atlanta Marriott Northeast/Emory Area

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLead CookAs the Lead Cook, you will lead all culinary operations, overseeing menu creation, food preparation, and kitchen staff management. You’ll ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Your creativity and leadership will shape a memorable dining experience for every guest.Key ResponsibilitiesYou will be the culinary mastermind of our hotel, crafting exceptional dining experiences that impress and delight our guests.Your daily tasks will include overseeing kitchen operations, managing kitchen staff, and developing innovative menus and dishes.You will report to the Food & Beverage Operations Manager or Director of Food & Beverage.A career as an lead cook can lead to opportunities as a culinary director, corporate chef, or even owning and operating your own restaurant or catering company.Education & ExperienceHotel experience is always a plus! Applicants should have: Previous experience in this exact positionPrevious experience in a similar or related positionA combination of education and experienceAdditional consideration will be given to applicants who have completed special certifications, such as a culinary diploma.What You’ll Need to SucceedEligible to work in the United StatesSufficient education and/or literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs.Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and lift as required—with or without reasonable accommodationsAvailability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays if neededA warm, professional demeanor that reflects HVMG’s Culture of Excellence by showing a warm smile, friendly personality, and positive attitude.Why Our Associates Love HVMGCareer growth opportunities across our nationwide portfolioFlexible scheduling Access up to 40% of your earned wages before payday with PayActivePaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid HolidaysFull healthcare benefits: medical, dental, and vision401(k) with guaranteed 4% match and no vesting periodExclusive hotel and food & beverage discountsAbout HVMGOur Be Excellent culture is more than just words on a website -- we live and breathe it. As one associate said in an anonymous survey, "This is the best management company I've ever worked for. They walk the talk from the corporate office to the field."We believe that the hotel business is one of the few industries in which successful career paths can start anywhere on the org chart. You control your destiny, and, if our executives are any indication, today's dishwasher can be tomorrow's Senior Vice President.The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.HVMG  is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.