Cook II

Temecula Creek Inn; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A local hospitality establishment in Temecula is seeking a full-time kitchen worker to prepare food for various services such as restaurants and banquets. Responsibilities include following specifications for food preparation, maintaining cleanliness according to health standards, and assisting with food supply orders. Candidates should have intermediate knowledge of kitchen operations and good team skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $18 to $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Able to understand basic English and follow simple verbal directions.
• Must be familiar with proper use and maintenance of relevant kitchen equipment and machinery.
• Hotel experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present all food items according to specifications.
• Rotate food in coolers and freezers to minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness of coolers and freezers to Health Department standards.
• Assist in ordering food supplies as directed.
• Communicate guest requests to supervisors in a timely manner.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized and efficient

Customer service focus

Safety-minded

Good team player

Able to work productively with little supervision

Education

Intermediate knowledge of production and operations

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Essential Purpose

To prepare food for restaurants, employee meals, banquets, and special functions, meeting hotel standards of production quality and quantity.

Responsibilities

• Follow specifications to properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served, including accommodating special guest requests.
• Rotate food in coolers and freezers to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Maintain internal cleanliness of coolers and freezers according to Health Department standards.
• Assist, as directed, to order food supplies.
• Assist in directing and correcting the presentation and portioning of food according to standards.
• Follow all specifications to properly set up hot or cold line stations.
• Communicate all guest requests to an appropriate supervisor in a timely and professional manner.
• Promote & comply with all policies and procedures of Temecula Creek Inn.
• Immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times.
• Practice safe work habits at all times, to avoid injury to self and others.
• Ensure safe work practices including compliance with company and departmental safety rules and regulations and the proper use and handling of all relevant equipment.
• Attend all mandatory meetings, as directed.
• Perform other tasks, including cross-training, as directed.

Knowledge & Education

Able to understand basic English, and to follow simple verbal directions. Must have intermediate knowledge of production and operations in all relevant kitchen areas. Must be familiar with proper use and maintenance of relevant kitchen equipment and machinery. Hotel experience preferred.

Skills

Detail oriented. Organized and efficient. Learns quickly. Safety‑minded. High quality standards for production and service. Courteous and friendly manner. Good team player. Customer service focus. Able to work productively with little supervision. Trustworthy and reliable.

Physical Demands

Stands/walks short distances throughout shift. Bends, stoops, reaches, pushes, pulls, and lifts to perform routine job tasks. Frequently required to handle and move objects weighing up to 30 lbs. over short to moderate distances. Flexibility and good reflexes required to operate electric cart. Must be able to work under pressure.

Legal Statement

Temecula Creek Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Salary

18-20