Cook I: Creative Kitchen Role + $500 Sign-On

Montage International; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free uniforms and cleaning

Hotel discounts

Associates’ events

Job summary

Montage International in Laguna Beach, CA, is seeking a Cook I to join our luxury hotel kitchen. You will coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of orders and help train new cooks while maintaining our high standards.

This role offers $500 sign-on bonus after 60 days and $1,000 loyalty bonus at 1 year, with opportunities to create innovative menu items and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skills.
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus.
• Three years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders.
• Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist with training new kitchen associates.
• Supervise and mentor cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Create and innovate new menu items and specials.
• Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet our hotel’s high standards.
• Maintain in depth knowledge of food products as well as sanitation standards and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level.
• Fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively while maintaining professionalism.
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and create WOW moments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Flexible schedule

Guest service

Storytelling with food

Education

Three years minimum cooking experience

Job description

Montage International in Laguna Beach, CA, is seeking a Cook I to join our luxury hotel kitchen. You will coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of orders and help train new cooks while maintaining our high standards.

This role offers $500 sign-on bonus after 60 days and $1,000 loyalty bonus at 1 year, with opportunities to create innovative menu items and deliver exceptional guest experiences.