Culinary Cook II: Grow Your Skills in a World‑Class Kitchen

Pyramid Global Hospitality; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality, owner of La Quinta Resort and Club, is seeking a culinary team member who is passionate about the arts of cookery and service. Join a vibrant kitchen and grow your skills while contributing to memorable guest experiences across our resort properties.

You will work with a professional culinary leadership team to prepare, plate, and refine menus reflecting seasonal availability. Excellent teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen.
• Active Food Handler certification or ability to obtain one.
• Willing to work day, night and weekend shifts.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must stand for long periods of time.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Minimum age 21.
• Energetic personality and desire to exceed expectations.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge and skills in cooking procedures (grill, sauté, fry).
• Experience with knives and kitchen equipment.
• Read and recreate recipes.
• Maintain consistent food preparation.
• Minimize food waste through cross-utilization.
• Work with a world class culinary team.
• Create workstations with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chop/peel vegetables, cut meat).
• Keep kitchen sanitized and orderly.
• Ensure proper storage of food and items.
• Ensure quality of ingredients.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food handler cert

Flexible shifts

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Stamina

Physical strength

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality, owner of La Quinta Resort and Club, is seeking a culinary team member who is passionate about the arts of cookery and service. Join a vibrant kitchen and grow your skills while contributing to memorable guest experiences across our resort properties.

You will work with a professional culinary leadership team to prepare, plate, and refine menus reflecting seasonal availability. Excellent teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic are essential for success.