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.

The Trade Hotel is owned and operated by NCG Hospitality, a USA Today Top Workplace Winner 2025

NCG Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.