Cook

**COOK – HILTON GARDEN INN STARKVILLE, MS** **Hourly Rate: $12–$13 \| Full\-Time \| In\-Person** **\+ Opportunity to Earn Banquet Gratuities** **Bring Flavor and Pride to Every Plate** At Hilton Garden Inn Starkville, we believe great food is at the heart of great hospitality. We're looking for a dependable, motivated **Cook** to join our kitchen team and help us deliver fresh, high\-quality meals that keep our guests coming back. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to work in a positive, team\-oriented environment where your contributions matter and your growth is supported. **What You'll Be Doing:** * **Prepare Quality Meals** – Cook breakfast and dinner items to brand standards with care and consistency * **Support Smooth Operations** – Keep prep areas clean and organized, assist with food storage and inventory * **Follow Safety \& Sanitation Protocols** – Practice safe food handling and help maintain a clean and compliant kitchen * **Work as a Team** – Collaborate with front and back\-of\-house staff to ensure smooth service and satisfied guests * **Show Up \& Take Pride** – Arrive on time, ready to contribute to a kitchen that runs on teamwork and pride * **Earn Extra** – Cooks working private events and banquets are eligible for a share of gratuities **Who We're Looking For:** * Experience working in a kitchen preferred but not required—we’ll train the right person * Ability to handle a fast\-paced environment while staying calm and focused * Strong work ethic and positive attitude * Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays * Dependable, team\-oriented, and eager to learn **What We Offer:** * **Hourly pay of $12–$13** based on experience * **Banquet gratuity opportunities** for events worked * **Hilton Team Member Travel Program** – Discounted rates at Hilton properties worldwide * Opportunities for growth and advancement within our hotel * Supportive management team that values your time and effort * Benefits package available including health, dental, and paid time off for full\-time team members * A clean, modern kitchen with brand\-standard equipment **Why Work With Us?** Our Hilton Garden Inn team in Starkville is like family. We support each other, laugh a lot, and work hard to make sure every guest feels at home. If you’re passionate about food, dependable, and want to be part of a team that takes pride in every shift — we’d love to meet you. **Apply today and bring your talent to the table.** Let’s cook up something great together. Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time Pay: From $12\.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Paid training Work Location: In person