Sky High Cook 2

Four Seasons; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Training and development

Complimentary room nights

Complimentary meals

Uniforms and dry cleaning

Discounted medical/dental/vision

Discounted parking

SEPTA access

City Fitness membership

Work with luxury brand

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a talented Cook II to join our Culinary team. In this role, you will prepare high-quality breakfast, lunch, and dinner items while maintaining the luxury standards that define Four Seasons.

Reporting to the culinary leadership team, you will work across kitchen stations, ensure food safety, and contribute to a guest experience that reflects our Five-Star reputation. The position offers full-time hours and opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Intermediate culinary knowledge with strong understanding of cooking techniques and food preparation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficient knife skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, fryers, steamers, mixers, and slicers.
• Food Handler or Food Safety certification, or the ability to obtain required certifications.
• Strong commitment to teamwork, cleanliness, and guest service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Work across multiple kitchen stations including grill, sauté, and cold line.
• Complete daily mise en place and station setup for meal service periods.
• Monitor and manage cooking temperatures to ensure food quality and food safety standards.
• Assist with advance preparation of food items based on business volume and production needs.
• Properly store, label, date, and rotate products in accordance with food safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support inventory control initiatives by minimizing food waste and reporting shortages.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow team members and supervisors to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety certification

Job description

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location

Embark on a journey above the clouds to discover the modern lifestyle of Philadelphia’s first Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel. Feel the tranquility of healing crystals from the moment you arrive at the Five-Star Spa and immerse yourself in rejuvenating treatments as you float above the city in 57th-floor infinity-edge pool. Savour unparalleled fine-dining by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and inventive flavours by local James Beard Award-winner Chef Greg Vernick. Allow our team to curate your stay with the spirit of Brotherly Love.

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a talented and passionate Cook II to join our Culinary team. In this role, you will prepare high-quality breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items while delivering the exceptional standards of excellence that define Four Seasons. Reporting to the culinary leadership team, you will play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.


• Work across multiple kitchen stations including grill, sauté, and cold line.


• Complete daily mise en place and station setup for meal service periods.


• Monitor and manage cooking temperatures to ensure food quality and food safety standards.


• Assist with advance preparation of food items based on business volume and production needs.


• Properly store, label, date, and rotate products in accordance with food safety procedures.


• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.


• Support inventory control initiatives by minimizing food waste and reporting shortages.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.


• Collaborate professionally with fellow team members and supervisors to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

What You Bring

• Minimum of three years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen environment.


• Intermediate culinary knowledge with strong understanding of cooking techniques and food preparation.


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.


• Proficient knife skills and the ability to multitask effectively.


• Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, fryers, steamers, mixers, and slicers.


• Food Handler or Food Safety certification, or the ability to obtain required certifications.


• Strong commitment to teamwork, cleanliness, and guest service excellence.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package


• Excellent training, development, and career growth opportunities within the organization


• Complimentary room nights at Four Seasons properties worldwide


• Complimentary meals during shifts


• Uniforms and dry cleaning provided

Additional Benefits

• Discounted medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Discounted parking and SEPTA access


• Discounted City Fitness membership


• Opportunity to work with a world-class luxury hospitality brand and award-winning culinary team

Schedule & Hours

• Full-time position


• Generally scheduled for 40 hours per week over five days


• Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs


• Schedule may vary based on operational requirements

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the United States.

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affiliated Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affiliated Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal