Hotel Prep Cook
Part Time • The Trade Hotel Milwaukee
Discover your future at The Trade Hotel Milwaukee, now hiring a Hotel Prep Cook!
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
As the Official Hotel of Deer District, The Trade Hotel is located in the bustling heart of downtown, adjacent to Fiserv Forum. Situated courtside in Cream City’s dynamic hub of sports, culture, and entertainment, The Trade offers 207 luxurious rooms and suites plus destination dining with a rooftop restaurant and lounge boasting stunning city views.
Our achievements include:
Hotel Opening of the Year 2023
Development Excellence Award 2024
AAA Four Diamond Hotel 2024
WRMCA Concrete Design Decorative Commercial Award 2024
About the Role
We are looking for talented people who will celebrate the fabric of our city and take pride in providing amazing guest service. Showing our guests and visitors an authentic Milwaukee experience, one that merges modern style and sophisticated comfort with pure Wisconsin hospitality.
- Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, and measuring according to recipes and chef instructions
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation following food safety and sanitation standards
- Label and store food items properly to ensure freshness and minimize waste
- Assist with basic cooking tasks and restock supplies to support the kitchen team during service.
** Starting wage for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 per hour but final wage will be based on experience**
The The Trade Hotel Milwaukee is managed by NCG Hospitality, a USA Today Top Workplace winner 2025 family-owned property management company with over 45 years of proven success. We invest in you and your career development, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed. Here is what we offer our team members:
Professional Development:
- Dedicated training and development with opportunities for growth
- Educational and professional certification assistance
Team Member Travel Perks:
- Worldwide hotel stays starting at forty-nine dollars per night
- Rate based on availability and property brand
- Free night stays at NCG Hospitality hotels
Core Benefits:
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid time off and anniversary day off with pay
- Paid volunteer hours → Earn money for community service!
- Flexible schedules
Health and Wellness:
- Health, Dental and Vision plans
- Virtual telehealth services
- Team Member Assistance Program with mental health resources
- TeleDoc confidential counseling
- Health and fitness monthly reimbursement program
Financial:
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2% of team member contributions
- Same day pay
- Catch Of The Day Program → Earn money for helping other team members and guests!
- Everyone Sells → Earn money for bringing in business to our properties!
- Referral program for team members
What We Are Looking For
- One or more years of kitchen experience
- Consistently ensures the highest standards of service in attaining guest satisfaction and profitability
- Creative, organized, innovative and even tempered personality
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Who is NCG Hospitality®?
We are a leader in the ownership, development, and operations of premier hospitality properties. Established over 45 years ago, NCG Hospitality has evolved into a successful third-generation, family-owned business. We proudly own and operate over 30 properties across multiple states including Hilton and Marriott hotels, restaurants, and a conference center. We explore the limitless possibilities of the hospitality industry, grounded in our four core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility.
We are a leader in the ownership, development, and operations of premier hospitality properties. Established over 45 years ago, NCG Hospitality has evolved into a successful third-generation, family-owned business. We proudly own and operate over 30 properties across multiple states including Hilton and Marriott hotels, restaurants, and a conference center. We explore the limitless possibilities of the hospitality industry, grounded in our four core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility.
The Trade Hotel is owned and operated by NCG Hospitality, a USA Today Top Workplace Winner 2025
NCG Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
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Mission and Core Value: At NCG Hospitality, we strive to be the best and offer you the best career.
Rewarding opportunities for your career with several locations and positions to choose from.
There is always time for fun: We celebrate our Team Members and reward their successes.
Perks: Enjoy discounted Hilton and Marriott hotel stays, a flexible work schedule, paid volunteer hours, and so much more!