Cook, I - Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
About The Position
Coury Hospitality is hiring a Cook I for MaryJane’s Diner at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego. The role prepares and cooks consistent, high-quality menu items while supporting smooth kitchen operations and memorable guest experiences. The Cook I works with the culinary team to maintain food quality, presentation, freshness, and service timing in a fast-paced diner kitchen. The position is on-site and full-time in downtown San Diego. The Cook I follows established recipes, portion standards, food preparation procedures, sanitation practices, and kitchen safety standards. The role also involves daily preparation, maintaining and stocking a workstation, ingredient storage and rotation, inventory control, communication with kitchen and service team members, cleaning, and assigned end-of-shift duties. The schedule is flexible and may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
Requirements
- At least one year of culinary experience in a hotel, restaurant, diner, or similar food service environment; the posting also describes a minimum of one year of culinary or professional food preparation experience as preferred.
- Knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety practices.
- Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and sanitation procedures.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Ability to prepare dishes with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
- Attention to food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and detail.
- Ability to stay composed under pressure and adapt when priorities change.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Positive attitude, initiative, and genuine passion for food and hospitality.
- Availability for a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
- Food Handler Card or other applicable food safety certification, as required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant or hotel kitchen is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Maintain food quality, consistency, and timing during service.
- Ensure ingredients are fresh, properly handled, and ready for orders.
- Follow food preparation procedures and accommodate guest preferences or special requests as directed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked workstation throughout the shift.
- Assist with daily preparation, ingredient storage, stock rotation, and inventory control.
- Communicate and coordinate with fellow cooks and service team members to keep orders flowing.
- Support kitchen operations as needed to keep service running smoothly.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards.
- Store ingredients properly and label food according to established procedures.
- Complete assigned cleaning duties and end-of-shift responsibilities.
- Follow direction and contribute to a collaborative kitchen culture.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits, based on eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
