On Call- Cook 3

IHG Operations, LLC; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Hospitality Group in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a motivated kitchen professional to prepare a variety of dishes for restaurant and in-room dining. You will read recipes, monitor temperatures, and ensure a clean, safe work area while following health department guidelines.

Six months of prep experience is preferred, culinary training is a plus, and a Food Handlers Card must be obtained within 30 days. Responsibilities include measuring ingredients, cooking items to specification, carving

Qualifications

• Six months prior food prep experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or training desired.
• Must have a valid current Food Handlers Card or obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Knowledge of health standards and safe food handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items such as salads, soups, sauces, meats, and vegetables per recipes.
• Reads menus to estimate food requirements and requisitions from storage.
• Controls oven and equipment temperatures to maintain proper cooking conditions.
• Measures and mixes ingredients using a variety of kitchen tools.
• Carves meats, portions food, adds gravies and garnishes for serving.
• Maintains clean, organized work area and adheres to sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Food prep

Knife handling

Basic math

Reading instructions

Food handlers card

Education

Culinary degree or training

Job 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

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.


• Assists in controlling all food products, leftovers, waste and refrigeration organization.


• Cleans and sanitizes equipment, wares, walls, and floors in kitchen, walk‑in coolers and all storage areas as directed.


• Maintains work area in clean and organized manner.


• Prepares work area for next service period, including emptying trash receptacles.


• Notifies management of unsafe conditions, needed maintenance of any equipment and any accidents.

What You Will Bring

• Prepares, seasons and cooks soups, vegetables and other food items for consumption at restaurants and/or in‑room dining.


• Great If you have 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.


• 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.

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.