Banquet Cook/Chef - Hornblower - San Francisco / Berkeley

American Queen Voyages; San Francisco (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Cook to join their team in San Francisco. This role involves preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for events on luxurious yachts, catering to up to 500 guests. Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience and a strong commitment to teamwork and safety. You will work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. If you are adaptable and passionate about providing exceptional service, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a creative and collaborative setting, contributing to unforgettable experiences on land and water.

Qualifications

• 6+ months kitchen experience required, including prep work and line cooking.
• Must understand and communicate in English with the crew.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for events up to 500 people.
• Collaborate with crew to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Kitchen Experience

Line Cooking

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

California Serve Safe Certification

Valid Driver License

Tools

Point of Service (POS) System

Job description

Starting Salary: $23.00 per hour

City Cruises is seeking a Cook for our operation in San Francisco.

About the Opportunity:

Work consists primarily of banquets with a wide range of menus from festive casual to California classic. Successful candidates will have attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. A flexible schedule is required.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Preparing and cooking food aboard yachts or in our prep kitchen for events up to 500 people
• Loading and unloading food and supplies onto boats as needed
• Assisting in breaking down and cleaning the galley at the end of each shift
• Working and collaborating with Vessel operations crew and front of house team to satisfy 100% of our guests
• Learning all safety and security duties required for the position
• Report any tools/equipment in need of repair or replacement
• Take pride in personal grooming and how you present yourself to others.
• Teamwork is highly valued and you must work well with others.
• Safety is an important part of our culture. Must adhere to all safety standards.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• At least 6 months kitchen experience which includes prep work, line cooking, and knowledge of health and sanitation codes
• Valid Driver license a plus
• 18+ years old
• Must be able to understand and communicate with English speaking crew
• Have or be able to acquire a valid California Serve Safe certification as well as a TWIC and MMC
• Experience with a Point of Service (POS) system.
• Day’s evenings, weekend’s and holiday shifts are available. A Flexible schedule is required.

About Us:

City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law.

Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

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