Cook 4

Four Seasons; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 24,662 - 35,125; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision

401K Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary Room nights and discounted rates

Life Insurance

Free meals and on-site parking

Training programs, tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Four Seasons is seeking a skilled Cook 4 to join our culinary team in Westlake Village, California. This role emphasizes attention to detail and a commitment to exceptional dining experiences. Candidates must possess basic culinary knowledge and a passion for high-quality ingredients.

Responsibilities include preparing food consistently, operating kitchen equipment, and maintaining cleanliness. We offer competitive hourly wages starting at $21.70, health insurance, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year culinary or related work experience required.
• Basic culinary knowledge is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items per guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment.
• Control food waste and usage per policies.

Skills

Proficient knife skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school education or culinary arts education

Tools

Deep fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven

Steam table

Tilt kettle

Waffle iron

Flat top grill

Job description

About the location:

A southern California escape that embodies wellbeing. Set at the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains between Malibu's sunny beaches and Santa Barbara's famous vines, our relaxed yet refined California hotel offers a family-friendly atmosphere and is home to the Center for Health & Wellbeing, a luxury destination for wellness. Come and redefine what it means to reinvigorate.

About The Role

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village is seeking a skilled and passionate Cook 4 to join our dynamic culinary team. This role requires a strong attention to detail, a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, luxury environment. The ideal candidate is dedicated to high-quality ingredients, precise execution, and upholding the highest standards of excellence in every dish.

What You Will Do

• Prepare food items per 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 to 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.

What You Bring

• High school education, culinary arts education or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year culinary or related work experience. Basic culinary knowledge is expected for this position.
• Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill.
• Proficient knife skills and ability to multi‑task.
• Successful candidate must possess legal work authorization in the United States.

What We Offer

• Hourly Range: $21.70
• Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Investment in your Wellbeing
• Life Insurance
• Complimentary Room nights and discounted rates
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Free meals and on‑site parking
• Training programs, tuition reimbursement
• Growth & Development opportunities

Schedule & Hours

• Full time position

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EEOC is the law.