Cook III

Pacific City Operations, LLC; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Hospitality Group is hiring a Line Cook at our Huntington Beach property. You will prepare salads, soups, meats and vegetables according to recipes, read menus, and set up stations for service.

Six months of food prep experience preferred; culinary degree or training desired. Must read instructions, perform basic math, and obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days. Willingness to work holidays/weekends and maintain high hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Six months prior food prep experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or training desired.
• Ability to perform basic math and read instructions.
• Must have or obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment.
• Willingness to work varied schedules including holidays and weekends.
• Must follow health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares salads, soups, sauces, meats, and vegetables per recipes.
• Reads menu to estimate needs and requisition food from storage.
• Operates ovens, broilers, grills, and kettles maintaining proper temperatures.
• Measures ingredients with kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Supports sanitation and safety compliance.

Skills

Food prep

Knife skills

Reading recipes

Math skills

Education

Culinary training or degree

Tools

Knives

Thermometers

Job description

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

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 Accomplish

• Prepares 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

• 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.

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.