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Aimbridge Hospitality

Westin Alexandria - Cook

Pay: $18/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Alexandria, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$34,500 / year median in Virginia

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Westin Alexandria - Cook Aimbridge Hospitality - 3.0 Alexandria, VA Job Details Temporary | Seasonal $18 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Food Handler Certification Full Job Description Join Our Team as a Cook! The Cook III is a culinary expert with a passion for leadership and quality and is responsible for supervising food preparation across dining outlets. With strong leadership and culinary skills, this role ensures high-quality food and presentation standards. Problem-solving abilities and initiative are key in resolving issues efficiently in high-pressure environments. This role also involves working with financial information and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Culinary Captain:

Supervise the preparation of food items, upholding high standards of quality and presentation across all dining outlets.

Kitchen Quarterback:

Lead and support kitchen staff, leveraging supervisory experience to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

Crisis Crusher:

Anticipate needs, evaluate alternatives, and solve problems swiftly and effectively in high-pressure situations.

Communication Connoisseur:

Convey information clearly and listen actively to team members and guests, fostering a collaborative and responsive environment.

Budget Bistro Boss:

Utilize financial data and basic arithmetic to support cost-effective kitchen operations and smart decision-making.

Safety Sage:

Ensure strict compliance with food safety standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

At least 7 years of related progressive experience, or a culinary graduate with at least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field. 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

Blending elegance and comfort in the exclusive Carlyle section of Alexandria's Old Town, this hotel offers luxurious accommodations, and first-class amenities, only a short distance from the sites of Washington, D.C. The Westin Alexandria is ideally located only 3 blocks from the King Street metro station, allowing guests to easily explore the surrounding area. Ronald Reagan National Airport and Interstate 495 are also nearby.