Lead Cook Jobs

Hotel Viking, located in the heart of Newport, Rhode Island, is seeking talented individuals to join our team. As a historic and luxurious property offering unparalleled hospitality, Hotel Viking is the perfect place to further your career in the hospitality industry. With its breathtaking views, elegant accommodations, and exceptional service, Hotel Viking has been a renowned destination for discerning travelers since 1926. As an employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic environment where you can showcase your skills and expertise. Join our team and be part of a legacy of excellence at Hotel Viking, where we strive to create unforgettable experiences for our guests. Apply today to be a part of our prestigious team!

Welcome to the anything but ordinary Hotel Viking, an iconic landmark of Newport hospitality since 1926. Hotel Viking located in the heart of downtown Newport, RI is growing their Food & Beverage Department. We are seeking the right person to add to this team to enhance the already successful department. Embracing guests and coworkers with a positive attitude is paramount! Davidson Hospitality, as a company, has strong growth potential and this is where it starts! Are you ready to start this journey?

We're seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Cook to join our team! As a Lead Cook, you'll play an integral role in ensuring exceptional dining experiences for our guests. With a focus on quality, creativity, and innovation, you'll lead a team of talented cooks in preparing and presenting dishes that are both visually stunning and delicious. You'll work closely with our Executive Chef and Sous Chef to develop new menu items, ensure consistent quality across all dishes, and manage inventory and ordering of ingredients. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, strong leadership skills, and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Proficient in all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a lead cook or similar role in a high-volume restaurant or hotel kitchen
• Ability to manage inventory and ordering of ingredients
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or certificate preferred
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Three Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• Hotel Discounts
• 401K Match
• Pet Insurance
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Free Maintenance Medications

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.