Hyatt Regency Lake Washington is hiring a seasonal Food Truck Cook for our seasonal Dock & Drink venue. This entry-level role starts in May 2026 and is expected to run through October 2026. You’ll work outdoors or under a covered outdoor kitchen, receiving moderate supervision and training while preparing food in a prep kitchen and food truck environment.
What You'll Do
- Prepare ingredients including washing, chopping, and measuring according to recipes and chefs’ instructions.
- Execute cooking and plating recipes under senior cook supervision, ensuring consistency with restaurant standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked workstation throughout service, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Clean the food truck after service, including filtering fryers and unloading dirty dishes.
- Contribute to daily mise en place by preparing sauces, dressings, and other essential ingredients.
- Follow all food handling, sanitation, storage, and rotation protocols to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment properly, including knives, ovens, and blenders.
- Organize food deliveries by putting away new product into coolers and maintaining proper food rotation.
What We're Looking For
- Must be over 18 years of age.
- Fair communication skills.
- Some previous kitchen experience.
- A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stand for long periods in a hot kitchen.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Capability to perform repetitious duties.
- Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
- Possession of a valid food handler’s card.
Team & Environment
You’ll work under the supervision of senior cooks in a structured, supportive environment focused on learning and maintaining high standards.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $23.00 to $30.55 per hour. The starting rate is $23.00.
- Free uniforms and uniform cleaning.
- Paid sick leave after 90 days of service.
- Holiday Pay (for Full Time roles).
- 401(k) plan.
- Basic Life Insurance.
- Free parking.
- Discounted room nights and Friends and Family discounts at any participating Hyatt location starting day one.
- Free colleague meals during your shift.
- Unlimited growth potential with Hyatt, including the ability to relocate for future advancement opportunities.
Work Mode
This is an onsite seasonal position located at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport in Renton, WA.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
