Cook II - The Loft

Montage Hotels & Resorts•Laguna Beach, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Montage International is seeking passionate individuals to join their team. They foster a culture where associates are encouraged to do what they love and are empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for guests. Working at Montage is described as more than a job; it’s a way of life. The Cook II role involves collaborating with associates to meet production goals, mentoring junior staff, preparing hot and cold foods to high standards, maintaining knowledge of food products and culinary techniques, fulfilling guest orders accurately and efficiently, restocking supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and performing additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
Ability to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skills
One year minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel

Nice To Haves

Luxury hotel experience

Responsibilities

Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations
Mentor Cook III and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed
Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet the hotel’s high standards
Maintain in-depth knowledge of food products as well as sanitation standards and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level
Ability to fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with skillful attention to detail
Ability to work in a collaborative environment all while maintaining professionalism
Regularly restock kitchen supplies and food items along with maintaining the cleanliness of your area
Deliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments
Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needs