Cook III Prep Cook

About the Role

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Collection, invites you to join our kitchen brigade as a Culinary Artisan. In this role, you will contribute to crafting an unforgettable dining experience, whether through savory dishes or sweet creations, while upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Convert recipes and standard measurements to daily requirements.
• Assist Cook II, Cook I, and Pastry Chef with a positive, self-motivating attitude.
• Review function sheets, restaurant requisitions, and special requests; prepare a list of tasks to accomplish.
• Practice good stock rotation, storage, and handling of goods to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Maintain a clean working area at all times, adhering to all health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Order supplies as necessary by initiating requisitions.
• Submit Engineering work orders to maintain the best possible physical plant.

Requirements

• Formal training or education in culinary arts.
• One year of experience at the Cook IV level or previous Cook III experience.
• Proficiency in various baking methods, including dough preparation, pastry shaping, and decorating techniques.
• Strong focus on precision and detail to ensure consistency and high-quality presentation of pastries and desserts.
• Ability to communicate in basic conversational English with team members and guests to support safe operations, coordination of work, and service standards. Additional language skills are welcomed and valued.

Pay

$20.60/hour, based on experience.

About the Company

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, opened in February 2023 in Los Olivos, offers 67 luxury guest rooms, cottages, and suites blending modern farmhouse design with the eclectic spirit of nearby ranch life. Set on historic grounds, the property was originally a popular stagecoach stop in the late 1800s and remains a lively local landmark. Guests can enjoy farm-driven menus celebrating the Central Coast’s land and sea, unwind at the Lavender Barn luxury spa, and experience destination-inspired sensory engagements.

Auberge Collection, the parent brand, is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. Each property is unique but shares a crafted approach to luxury, bringing the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious service. With 30 one-of-a-kind properties worldwide, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in desirable destinations.