Line Cook — Fast-Paced Resort Kitchen

Hyatt; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Complimentary hotel room nights at

Discounted room rates for colleagues/f

Bereavement and jury duty pay

Vacation, sick, and new child leave

Medical, dental and vision Insurance

401K with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Complimentary employee meals

Job summary

The Seabird Ocean Resort and Spa in Oceanside, CA invites you to join our dynamic culinary team as a Line Cook. Prepare high-quality dishes, follow recipes, and support service across outlets such as The Shelter Club, Piper, Colleague Cafeteria or Banquets.

This paid hourly position offers opportunities to work with grills, poaching stations, and other kitchen equipment while maintaining food safety standards. Competitive hospitality benefits and room for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation within a restaurant
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, sanitizing procedures, and proper food handling techniques
• Expertise in various cooking methods such as grilling, braising, poaching, and general food production
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency operating kitchen equipment for efficient meal assembly
• Ability to follow recipes meticulously while maintaining consistency in taste and presentation
• Experience with dietary aide responsibilities, menu planning, and high-volume production processes
• Familiarity with culinary techniques including food industry best practices for quality control and safety management
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to take direction for Supervisor and/or Manager
• Must have availability to work AM, PM shifts and weekends as needed
• Must have valid work authorization

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items with precision, adhering strictly to recipes and presentation standards
• Operate kitchen equipment such as grills, poaching stations, braising pans, and food production appliances safely and efficiently
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all food preparation areas following food safety sanitizing procedures
• Assist with menu planning and ingredient preparation to ensure timely meal service during high-volume periods
• Handle food with care, ensuring proper food safety management and hygiene practices are maintained at all times
• Support dietary department needs by understanding dietary restrictions and assisting with meal preparation accordingly
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and exceptional guest service during catering or special events

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Cooking methods

Knife skills

Follow recipes

Dietary planning

High-volume production

Tools

Grills

Poaching stations

Braising pans

Food production appliances

Job description

The Seabird Ocean Resort and Spa in Oceanside, CA invites you to join our dynamic culinary team as a Line Cook. Prepare high-quality dishes, follow recipes, and support service across outlets such as The Shelter Club, Piper, Colleague Cafeteria or Banquets.

This paid hourly position offers opportunities to work with grills, poaching stations, and other kitchen equipment while maintaining food safety standards. Competitive hospitality benefits and room for growth are offered.