Cook II - The Loft

3M HEALTHCARE; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms provided

Hotel discounts

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Associates’ events

Job summary

Montage International seeks a passionate Cook II to collaborate with associates, mentor junior staff, and uphold our high culinary standards. This role combines culinary skill with guest service, teamwork, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include preparing hot and cold foods, guiding junior staff, and maintaining sanitation and food knowledge to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to collaborate in a team with strong communication.
• Luxury hotel experience is a plus.
• Passionate about storytelling with food and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold foods to hotel standards.
• Collaborate with associates to meet production goals.
• Mentor Cook III and kitchen staff.
• Maintain knowledge of sanitation and culinary techniques.
• Fulfill guest orders promptly with attention to detail.
• Restock supplies and keep work area clean.
• Contribute to WOW moments for guests.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Guest service

Sanitation

Mentoring

Job description

Cook II (Kitchen Staff)

Montage International seeks a passionate Cook II to collaborate with associates, mentor junior staff, and uphold our high culinary standards. This role combines culinary skill with guest service, teamwork, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Mentor Cook III and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet our hotel’s high standards.
• Maintain in‑depth knowledge of food products, sanitation standards, and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level.
• Fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with skillful attention to detail.
• Work in a collaborative environment while maintaining professionalism.
• Regularly restock kitchen supplies and food items and keep the work area clean.
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and strive to create WOW moments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the normal scope of duties based on business needs.

Requirements / Qualifications

• One year minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel.
• 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 is a plus.
• Love creating dishes and storytelling with food.
• Passionate about providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable moments.
• Open to learning, developing, and growing personally and helping others do the same.
• Trustworthy and with integrity.

Compensation

Pay scale for Cook II is $24.00 hourly.

Benefits

• Free meals
• Free uniforms and cleaning supplies
• Ongoing community outreach events
• Hotel discounts
• Associates’ events throughout the year
• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching

Physical Requirements

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Montage, 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.