Cook I - Mosaic

Montage International; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where your passion for culinary arts can flourish. This exciting role offers the chance to create memorable dining experiences while working in a vibrant environment. You'll coordinate with kitchen staff, innovate menu items, and ensure exceptional service that delights guests. With a culture that values creativity and personal growth, this position is not just a job; it's a fulfilling career path. Enjoy a beautiful workplace, free meals, and opportunities for advancement, all while crafting cherished moments for guests. If you're ready to turn your culinary passion into a rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Free Meals

Free Uniforms

Hotel Discounts

401k Retirement Plan with Company Matching

Associates’ Events Throughout the Year

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cooking experience in a restaurant or hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and ability to work in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with kitchen staff for timely food preparation.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen associates while ensuring smooth operations.
• Create and innovate new menu items and fulfill guest orders.

Skills

Culinary Techniques

Cooking Methods

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Guest Service

Job description

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day: do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and apply for your application to be considered.

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Montage, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Montage is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.

Your Journey

1. Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders.
2. Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
3. Assist with training new kitchen associates.
4. Supervise and mentor cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
5. Create and innovate new menu items and specials.
6. Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet our hotel’s high standards.
7. Maintain in-depth knowledge of food products as well as sanitation standards and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level.
8. Fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with skillful attention to detail.
9. Work in a collaborative environment while maintaining professionalism.
10. Deliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments.
11. Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needs.

About You

1. You love creating dishes and storytelling with food.
2. You are passionate about providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable moments.
3. You are open to learning, developing, and growing both personally and helping others do the same.
4. You are trustworthy and have integrity.

Must Haves

1. Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods.
2. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
3. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Ability to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skills.
5. Three years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environment.

Free meals, free uniforms and cleaning, hotel discounts, associates’ events throughout the year, and a 401k retirement plan with company matching are provided.

Physical Requirements

1. Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over.
2. Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift.
3. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift.
4. Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi-regular basis.
5. Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F).

At Montage, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

The pay scale for Cook I is $25.00. The pay scale is the base salary or hourly wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position. Please let us know if you have any questions.

In the United States, we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

About Us

At Montage Hotels & Resorts and Pendry Hotels, we’re committed to delivering extraordinary, personalized, and authentic experiences. How we get there is by empowering our associates to think creatively, grow their talents, encourage them to have fun, and allow them to follow their passion in creating moments guests will long remember. At Montage and Pendry, opportunities for career growth are bountiful, and training programs are open to those seeking advancement. We encourage all of our associates to continuously learn and grow. Working at Montage and Pendry is more than a job; it’s a way of life.