Cook 2

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate: $33.41

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Matching

Employee Travel program

Competitive salaries and incentives

Educational assistance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Complimentary Employee Meals

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in Boston is seeking a Cook 2 to join our Culinary team, delivering high-quality breakfast, lunch, and dinner items with attention to detail and presentation.

You will operate and upkeep kitchen equipment, follow recipes, and collaborate with teammates to ensure guest experiences meet luxury standards. This role requires a strong work ethic, visa eligibility in the United States, and readiness to work forty hours across a five-day schedule.

Qualifications

• Education: High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.
• Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle.
• Proficient knife skills and ability to multi‑task.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mise en place and set‑up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out‑of‑stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co‑workers and supervisors.

Skills

Knife skills

Multitasking

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Cooking school or culinary institute

Tools

Deep fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven

Steam table

Tilt kettle

Waffle iron

Flat top grill

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world‑class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

Located in the heart of the Back Bay, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston’s glass skyscraper soars above the city as the third tallest building in Boston. The Hotel’s 215 spacious guest rooms and suites feature floor‑to‑ceiling windows with views across the city. Other amenities include The Wellness Floor, a five‑star urban spa destination; chic restaurants including brunch hotspot One+One; Trifecta, the stunning restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring Boston’s best cocktails and delicious New England fare; and more than 10,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event space. One Dalton is also home to 160 beautifully designed private residences that boasts unobstructed views of the city, Charles River, Boston Harbor and out to the Berkshire Mountains and shores of Cape Cod.

The Opportunity:

Looking for an exciting opportunity to join a world‑class team and work in one of Boston’s most luxurious hotels? Look no further than the Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston!

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about hospitality and possess a keen attention to detail to join our Culinary team as a Cook 2.

Who We Look For:

We look for employees who share the Golden Rule; people who, by nature, believe in treating others as we would have them treat us. We look for individuals who share a passion for excellence and who infuse that enthusiasm into everything they do.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare food items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set‑up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out‑of‑stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co‑workers and supervisors.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Education: High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.
• Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt
• Proficient knife skills and ability to multi‑task.

Hours required:

Forty hours over a five day period; scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

Visa Requirements:

Visa sponsorship is not available. Must already be legally permitted to work in the United States. Applicants without valid work authorization for the United States will not be considered.

Some Benefits Four Seasons Employees enjoy:

• Hourly Rate: $33.41
• FREE Medical, Dental and Vision Insurancefor you and your eligible dependents,after 30 days
• 401(k) Retirement Matching Plan
• Ability to experience our hotels as a guest through the Employee Travel program
• Highly competitive salaries and incentives
• Educational assistance programs, as well as in-house training workshop for all employees
• Complimentary Life insurance
• Vacation & Paid Sick Time Off
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• And much more!

We look forward to receiving your application!

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the ‘EEOC is The Law’ Information poster please visit this website https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

Under Massachusetts law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a lie detector or similar test. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.