Hotel Kitchen Cook I — Fast-Paced, Team-Driven Growth

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Sonesta Silicon Valley Milpitas, CA is seeking a Kitchen Cook I to join our fast-paced culinary team. The role involves preparing and cooking menu items for restaurant service, banquets, catering, and events, with attention to consistency, quality, and presentation.

The ideal candidate brings prior kitchen experience, strong teamwork, and a passion for hospitality. Flexibility with mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred in a hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Basic cooking techniques and recipes
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and HACCP

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Support kitchen operations across restaurant dining, breakfast, banquets, catering, and events.
• Assist with food prep, plating, and station setup.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked workstations throughout shifts.
• Follow food safety regulations and health department guidelines.

Skills

Cooking

Food prep

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Sonesta Silicon Valley Milpitas, CA is seeking a Kitchen Cook I to join our fast-paced culinary team. The role involves preparing and cooking menu items for restaurant service, banquets, catering, and events, with attention to consistency, quality, and presentation.

The ideal candidate brings prior kitchen experience, strong teamwork, and a passion for hospitality. Flexibility with mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred in a hospitality environment.