Cook, II - Banquets Catering

Coury Hospitality•San Diego, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Coury Hospitality is hiring a Cook II for the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego in downtown San Diego. The culinary team supports banquets, rooftop events, bars, restaurants, and late-night in-room dining, serving occasions ranging from high-volume conventions to luxury weddings and private events. The Cook II prepares and presents high-quality dishes to Hard Rock’s standards, supporting multiple outlets and service styles while helping maintain a well-organized, efficient kitchen. The role also assists with guiding Cook I team members and works collaboratively with culinary leadership to maintain quality and timing.

Requirements

2–3 years of professional cooking experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume upscale environment.
Strong culinary fundamentals, including knife skills, timing, seasoning, and plating.
Ability to work under pressure and take pride in the quality of work.
Motivation, reliability, and comfort in a fast-paced kitchen with multiple service demands.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high-performing team.
Flexible availability, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and plate dishes with precision, consistency, and creativity.
Follow recipes and presentation standards for à la carte, banquet, buffet, and room-service offerings.
Set up, organize, and maintain a clean, service-ready station.
Support service during high-volume events efficiently and confidently.
Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.
Assist with training and guiding Cook I team members by setting an example.
Collaborate with culinary leadership to maintain quality and timing across outlets.