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Kitchen Cook

Minneapolis Marriott Southwest

5801 Opus Parkway
Minnetonka, MN 55343

Hotel with 323 Rooms

Management Development Program, TEAM discounts and more!

Kitchen Cook | Join Our TEAM & Grow Your Culinary Career
Full-Time
Morning AM / 5 shifts per week 5:30am-1:30pm
About Us — Our TEAM Culture

Our TEAM culture motivates and encourages every individual to achieve “MORE” in their daily life and grow their career with a company that values them. Our hope is that each day, you’ll discover new reasons to love what you do!

T.E.A.M. = Together Everyone Achieves More

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate, dependable, and team-oriented Kitchen Cook to join our growing culinary TEAM! If you take pride in preparing quality food, enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, and want to build your hospitality career, we’d love to have you on our TEAM.

Pay: $19.00 per hour

As a Kitchen Cook, you’ll help prepare and present quality meals while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment. You’ll work closely with the culinary TEAM to ensure our guests receive consistent, delicious food and excellent service.

Career Growth

We believe in investing in our associates and creating opportunities to grow. Career advancement can include:

Cook → Sous Chef → Executive Chef → Director of Food & Beverage

Our Management Development Program (MDP) helps develop top talent into tomorrow’s leaders, with opportunities to advance into management in less than one year for high-performing associates.

Are you ready to plant your roots, become part of a TEAM that feels like family, and grow your career with a company that invests in you?

What’s Your MORE?

What We’re Looking For
  • Previous experience in a Hilton brand, hotel, restaurant, or professional kitchen is preferred, but we’re willing to train the right food-service professional.

  • Strong culinary skills and a passion for preparing quality food.

  • Ability to follow recipes, portion guidelines, and food preparation standards.

  • Attention to detail and a commitment to consistency and culinary excellence.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

  • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling practices.

  • Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively as part of a TEAM.

  • Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

  • Culinary degree or formal training is a plus, but not required.

  • Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

  • Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.

TEAM Benefits
  • 401(k)

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Voluntary insurance options

  • Paid vacation, wellness, and holidays

  • Management Development Program

  • Career advancement opportunities

  • TEAM and travel discounts

  • Referral bonus program

  • Full-time benefits eligibility

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form (Form I-9) upon hire.

Posted October 2, 2026

About Minneapolis Marriott Southwest

Venture the outdoors at our serene hotel in Minnetonka

Minneapolis Marriott Southwest underwent a fabulous evolution, earning recognition from Marriott International in 2016. The hotel still celebrates the natural beauty that draws visitors to Minnetonka, MN. Nestled among walking paths, and overlooking a peaceful pond, this Marriott in Minnetonka balances the beauty of nature with the cool calm of modern minimalism. Our comfy Minnetonka hotel rooms are adorned with beautiful art and finishes that are inspired by the area's alluring outdoors. In the Great room, relax with a cocktail, or enjoy work with free Wi-Fi. For Marriott Bonvoy Elite Members, the M Club Lounge offers an exclusive space to work, dine and recharge, 24/7. Savor splendid Minnetonka dining At Blue Birch, serving regional comfort foods in a sophisticated setting. Wellness-focused amenities include a heated indoor pool and fitness center. With over 14,000 sq. ft. of event space, outdoor patio, and a 1,140 person ballroom, we re the best choice for Minneapolis wedding venues and meeting spaces.