Resort Cook IV: Elevate Cuisine & Guest Experience

Fairmont; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Complimentary on-site parking

Hotel discounts

Food, spa and resort discounts

Career growth

Training & development

Social responsibility

Recognition programs

Meaningful work

Job summary

Fairmont Grand Del Mar, located in San Diego, invites you to join our luxury hospitality team as Cook IV at Addison. You will prepare and serve items for à la carte and buffet menus, maintain recipe standards, and actively contribute to shift briefings.

A high-volume environment requires strong teamwork and guest-focused service. We value reliability, culinary discipline, and the ability to manage kitchen operations smoothly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Valid Food Handler’s Card required.
• Diploma / Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly responsible & reliable.
• Working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques.
• Working knowledge of health, safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues.
• Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards.
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings.
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage.
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions.
• Be aware of any shortages and communicate with Chef before the item runs out.
• Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted and followed.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
• Review the days supplies and ensure that they are received and stored correctly.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Flexibility to work in all culinary areas within the hotel.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage.
• Follow hotel time and attendance policy.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Pressure tolerance

Education

Culinary diploma/certification

Job description

Fairmont Grand Del Mar, located in San Diego, invites you to join our luxury hospitality team as Cook IV at Addison. You will prepare and serve items for à la carte and buffet menus, maintain recipe standards, and actively contribute to shift briefings.

A high-volume environment requires strong teamwork and guest-focused service. We value reliability, culinary discipline, and the ability to manage kitchen operations smoothly.