Cook III

Pacific Hospitality Group; Huntington Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Cook III for a part-time role. You will prepare salads, soups, sauces, and meats according to recipes, read menus to estimate needs, and manage cookware and utensils to ensure proper temperatures and presentation.

You will also carve and plate foods, follow health and safety guidelines, and help maintain a clean kitchen. Prior food prep experience and a current Food Handlers Card are preferred.

Qualifications

• Six months' food prep experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or training desired.
• Basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, and division are required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, recipes, and memos.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items (salads, soups, sauces, meats, vegetables) per recipes.
• Reads menu to estimate food requirements and requisitions from storage.
• Uses equipment to measure and mix ingredients; tests foods for proper cooking.
• Carves meats and portions food onto plates; adds gravies and garnishes.

Skills

Culinary skills

Reading recipes

Math basics

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or training

Job description

## Cook IIIApply: Paséa Hotel & Spa – Huntington Beach, CA: Part time: Posted Today: JR100513**Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.****Our Guiding Principles:****Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & Fulfillment**## Company Description:Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long-term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.*Our Guiding Principles:**Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & Fulfillment*## Job Description# What You Will AccomplishPrepares food items, such as salads, soups, sauces, meats, and vegetables according to prescribed recipes and guidelines. Reads menu to estimate food requirements and requisitions food from storage. Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate/maintain appropriate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roaster and steam kettles. Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and knives. Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork to observe that it is cooked. Uses thermometer to ensure food is cooked/maintained at proper temperature. Carves meats, portions food onto serving plates, adds gravies and sauces and garnishes servings. Washes, peels, cuts and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare them for use. Follows all standard food handling, sanitation and health department guidelines. Ensures compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, and sanitation standards. Must wear non-slip, oil resistant shoes. Follows all safety policies and procedures. Acts on reports of potential safety issues or whenever observed and takes immediate action to resolve in emergency situations. OSHA laws require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety. Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE if applicable. The hotel provides the required PPE. Team member has responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE or equipment that does not fit properly to their Manager. Maintains strict compliance with hotel's Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) program and familiarizes self with current MSDS. Reporting to work as scheduled (on time and on regular basis) is an essential function of the job. Other Responsibilities/Supportive Functions: 1. Assists in controlling all food products, leftovers, waste and refrigeration organization.**What You Will Bring**# ·Six months prior food prep experience preferred. Culinary degree or training desired.# ·Possess a basic knowledge of food preparation, professional cooking and knife handling skills.# ·Requires ability to perform basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.# ·Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, recipes, short correspondence and memos.# ·Completes required training as scheduled.# ·Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, team members may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. Work schedules will include working on holidays, weekends and alternate shifts.# ·Must have a valid current Food Handlers Card or willingness and ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.# ·Must know all applicable health standards.# ·Must maintain a clean appearance and professional demeanor# Great If you have* Culinary training or degree.* Current Food Handlers Card or willingness and ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment*We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.**This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.*-*We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.**This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.*### Join Our Team*At Pacific Hospitality Group, we believe in empowering team members as entrepreneurial thinkers who create value through integrity, vision, humility, and personal accountability. Guided by the principles of Principled Entrepreneurship, we foster an environment where individuals are encouraged to challenge the status quo, act with purpose, and take ownership of their impact. We support our team in discovering their unique gifts, continuously growing their capabilities, and contributing meaningfully—not just to our business, but to the lives of our guests, communities, and one another. If you're ready to grow with a team that values fulfillment and humility, start your journey with us—discover the opportunities waiting for you at Pacific Hospitality Group.*