Line Cook

Driftwood Hospitality Management; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking dynamic Line Cooks to join their team at Kueros Restaurant in Old San Juan. This role is essential in crafting authentic Puerto Rican dishes that celebrate the island's rich culinary heritage. As a key member of the kitchen brigade, you'll prepare and cook a variety of menu items while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. With a focus on teamwork and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to memorable dining experiences. Join a vibrant team where your culinary skills can shine and make a lasting impact on guests.

Benefits

401(k)

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Room Discounts

Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

Qualifications

• Hold a current Food Handler Card.
• 2 years cooking experience preferred, especially in broiler cooking.
• Knowledge of food and beverage preparations and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Prep and cook authentic Puerto Rican cuisine for guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen station.
• Follow directions from Executive or Sous Chef with precision.

Skills

Broiler cooking

Sauté cooking

Food safety knowledge

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Education

Food Handler Card

2 years cooking experience

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Knives

Slicers

Job description

Join to apply for the Line Cook role at Driftwood Hospitality Management

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Line Cook role at Driftwood Hospitality Management

Driftwood Hospitality Management provided pay range

This range is provided by Driftwood Hospitality Management. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$14.00/hr - $14.00/hr

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.

Job Summary

Kueros Restaurant, located within Hotel Rumbao in Old San Juan, is seeking dynamic and skilled Line Cooks to help us bring the soul of the island to every plate.

As a Line Cook, you’ll be a key player in our kitchen brigade — prepping, cooking, and plating authentic Puerto Rican cuisine that celebrates our rich culinary heritage. From mofongo to churrasco and our signature fish entrees, you’ll help craft dishes that create unforgettable guest moments during Lunch and Dinner service.

Key Responsibilities

• Available to work rotating schedules as needed, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Set up and stock your station with necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g., chopping vegetables, butchering meat, preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in collaboration with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Follow instructions from the Executive or Sous Chef with precision
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of your station; handle leftovers responsibly
• Ensure food quality, portion consistency, and timely delivery
• Monitor inventory and stock supplies as needed
• Adhere to nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations
• Foster a positive, professional environment for coworkers and guests alike
  
  

Essential Job Functions

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

• Prepares daily preparation lists for production.
• Reads and employs math skills to follow recipes.
• Prepares all broiled and sautéed food items according to standard recipes and as specified on guest check, to ensure consistency of product; requires transportation of heavy food products.
• Visually inspects, selects, and uses only food items of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of product, checking on portion control, especially in specific cuts of meat, to maintain quality product.
• Keeps all refrigeration, equipment, and storage and working areas in clean, working condition to comply with health department regulations.
• Maintain all logs, cooling, heating, and temperature.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to management.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to management.
• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
• Perform any related duties as requested by management.
• Assists other Kitchen Personnel when need.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Hold a current Food Handler Card.
• 2 years cooking experience preferred. Broiler cooking preferred.
• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of broiler cooking.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of sauté cooking.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient to understand inquiries from team members and communicate simple instructions.
• Ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.
• Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 100 lbs.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces.
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling.
  
  

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room Discounts
• Employee Food and Beverage Discounts
  
  

EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Apply Now

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Driftwood Hospitality Management by 2x

Get notified about new Line Cook jobs in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.