Cook II - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort

Hilton; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton's Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Dana Point, CA is seeking a Cook II to join the SombraTeam. You will prepare high-quality dishes and support a fast-paced kitchen, delivering memorable experiences for guests.

Ideal candidates have prior line cook experience in luxury hospitality, knowledge of food safety, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends; join a renowned resort that values guest satisfaction and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a line cook in a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality dishes according to designated recipes and quality standards.
• Manage guest orders efficiently while ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Apply advanced cooking techniques and work a station independently when needed.
• Inspect all preparations and plates before serving to ensure quality and presentation.
• Keep workstations clean and stocked, following safety and sanitation protocols.
• Assist with training and cover for supervisory duties as needed.
• Comply with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations to ensure guest and team member well-being.

Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Sanitation

High-Volume Cooking

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The award-winning Forbes 4-Star and AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is looking for a Cook II to join the SombraTeam!

The award-winning Forbes 4-Star and AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is looking for a Cook II to join the SombraTeam! Located in the beautiful coastal town of Dana Point adjacent to Laguna Beach, this town played an iconic role in the emergence of California's surf culture and today is celebrated for its laid-back vibe and fun, active lifestyle. The resort is perched on 175 acres atop a 150-foot seaside bluff with over 400 rooms, 115,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, and 8 food and Beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, a beach club, lounge, marketplace, and in-room dining. At Waldorf Astoria, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests, meaningful opportunities for our Team Members, and a positive impact in our community.

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Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Station Cook, you’re not just preparing great tasting cold food items – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you'll do during a typical day:

• Prepare high-quality dishes: Prepare menu items according to designated recipes and quality standards
• Delight our guests: Manage guest orders efficiently while ensuring a positive dining experience
• Execute advanced cooking techniques: Maintain a strong knowledge of more advanced cooking (e.g., sauces, roasting, grilling, plating) with the possibility of working a station independently as needed
• Inspect and finalize plates: Inspect all preparations and dishes ahead of serving to ensure they meet quality and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace: Keep food service stations stocked and sanitary while following proper food handling, storage, and safety protocols
• Manage product and operational needs: Manage multiple tickets/orders at once, assist with training, and step in for minor supervisory duties as needed
• Comply with regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

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