Cook

OTO Development; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holiday time

Travel discounts

Job summary

OTO Development in South San Francisco is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for the on-site restaurant, banquets, and special events, delivering high-quality food with professional presentation.

You will maintain clean prep areas, assist with ordering supplies, and ensure guest requests are handled promptly. English communication and ability to work under pressure are essential. Competitive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of restaurant operations including food/beverage, service techniques, and health/safety rules.
• Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing.
• Ability to create and promote a positive working environment among team members.
• Capacity to work under pressure and perform well in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for the restaurant on property, banquets and events at a high quality.
• Efficiently prepare and present all food items and accommodate guest requests.
• Rotate food in walks-ins and freezers to minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness of all food prep areas at all times.
• Assist with ordering necessary food supplies as directed.
• Set up hot and cold line stations per specifications.
• Communicate guest requests to the appropriate supervisor promptly.
• Report suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions immediately.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of work areas.
• Practice safe work habits to prevent injuries.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations for equipment and procedures.
• Perform other tasks including cross-training as directed.

Skills

Restaurant operations knowledge

English communication

Team motivation

Under pressure

Job description

THE HOURLY RATE FOR THIS POSITION IS AT $23.00 PER HOUR!

We are pleased to announce a wonderful opportunity for a Cook.

What will you be doing most days?

• Prepare food for the restaurant on property, banquets and special functions and at a high quality
• Properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served, including accommodating special guest requests
• Rotate food in walks ins and freezers to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Maintain internal cleanliness of all food prep areas
• Assist, as directed, ordering necessary food supplies
• Follow all specifications and to properly set up hot and cold line stations
• Communicate all guest requests to an appropriate person (or supervisor) in a timely and professional manner
• Immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times
• Practice safe work habits at all times and to avoid injury to self and others
• Comply with company and departmental safety rules and regulations, including proper handling of all relevant equipment and machinery
• Perform all other tasks, including cross-training as directed

What are the requirements for this position?

• You have a thorough knowledge and understanding of restaurant operations that encompasses food and beverage, restaurant and banquet service techniques, as well as, health and safety regulations
• You have the ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing
• You must be able to create and promote a positive working environment among team members
• You must have the capacity to work under pressure and perform well under stressful situations

Physical Requirements For This Position

This is a physically demanding position. You must be comfortable standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, and squatting for extended periods of time.

Travel Requirements

This position would require little to no travel outside the property and surrounding area.

This property is managed by OTO Development.

About OTO Development

OTO Development is an industry-leading hotel development and management company. Partnering with the strongest brands in hospitality, OTO owns and operates a portfolio of upscale select service, extended stay, and lifestyle hotels in key markets across the United States.

OTO has been honored as Developer of the Year by major brand partners multiple times while also earning accolades for outstanding guest service, operational excellence, community service, and sales, marketing, and revenue success.

Our company provides competitive pay and benefit programs,

• medical insurance options
• dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• company provided life insurance
• tuition assistance
• paid time off
• paid holiday time
• travel discounts
• and more.

Revised 5/8/26