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Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a people‑first culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, benefits, and our dedication to building meaningful relationships.

Our comprehensive benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, on‑site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. We also provide ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers.

Welcome to The Elms Hotel & Spa, a historic gem in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Located in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, this iconic property features 153 guest rooms and 11,000 sq ft of versatile meeting space. With a rich history and a dedication to top‑tier service, The Elms offers a unique and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you’ll join a culture that values growth, teamwork, and professionalism.

Whether you’re in guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, or spa and wellness, you’ll have the chance to develop your skills while contributing to a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. We offer comprehensive training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that our team members have the tools to excel. If you’re passionate about hospitality and excited about joining a dynamic, people‑first culture, The Elms Hotel & Spa is the perfect place to grow your career.

We are looking for someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our culinary team. This individual must be creative, motivated, and eager to grow their talents in the kitchen! Successful candidates will have previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment, a strong desire to learn, and the ability to collaborate with culinary leadership to create menus that reflect seasonal availability and our restaurant concept.

The cook assists the culinary leadership team in the production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining.

• Develop knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté, fry)
• Gain experience using knives and various kitchen equipment
• Read and recreate recipes
• Maintain consistency in all food preparation
• Learn how to minimize food waste through cross‑utilization
• Work with a world‑class culinary team
• Create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Be responsible for the quality of ingredients

• 2‑3 years of previous culinary experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Active Food Handler’s certification or the ability to obtain one
• Willingness to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Desire to exceed expectations
• Energetic personality

$16.00 – $18.00 per hour

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitality

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Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.