Line Cook - The Seabird Resort
Hyatt · Oceanside, CA · 6 days ago
Management$20.5–$25/hrFull-time
About the role
Join our dynamic culinary team as a Line Cook at our vibrant Seabird Resort, where your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine. In this energetic role, you will prepare high-quality dishes that delight our guests and uphold our commitment to exceptional dining experiences. You may be assigned to one of our multiple food and beverage outlets: The Shelter Club, Piper, Colleague Cafeteria, or Banquets.
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
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
- Must have availability to work AM, PM shifts, and weekends as needed
- Must have valid work authorization
Pay
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $20.50/hour to $25.00/hour.
Benefits
- 12 complimentary hotel room nights at Hyatt hotels worldwide
- Unlimited colleague and friends & family discounted room rates at Hyatt hotels worldwide
- Bereavement and jury duty pay
- Vacation, sick, and new child leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Discounted prescriptions, life and disability insurance, flexible spending account
- Retirement Savings Plan option (401K) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Complimentary employee meals