Seasonal Cook - Diamond's Edge Restaurant

Hotel•Portland, ME

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Diamond's Edge Restaurant at the Inn at Diamond Cove, a Colwen Hotels Property, is in search of experienced Seasonal Cooks to join our Food and Beverage team for the upcoming 2026 season! The position will run from June through October, Thursday through Sunday availability is required. The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience and possess a high level of dependability and attention to detail. If you are looking for a friendly, fast paced work environment and have a passion for cooking this could be the position you have been looking for!

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
Ability to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment
Ability to work quickly and efficiently
Ability to work well with a team
Ability to maintain personal hygiene
Prior related experience preferred
ServSafe/Safe Food handling certification as required by individual property

Responsibilities

Prepare food following recipe cards and production and portion standards
Adhere to all applicable Colwen and brand standards
Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef instructions
Ensure food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and timely fashion
Date and rotate stored food items as per hotel and food safety standards
Ensure proper time and temperature standards
Maintain compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, hygiene codes and standards
Assist in dish washing and other areas of the kitchen as needed
Check par levels for shift use
Note out of stock items and possible shortages
Operate, maintain, and properly clean all kitchen equipment for cooking, prep and storage
Assist in prep work for next shift
Assist in storing food deliveries
Ensure proper breakdown at end of shift and cleaning of kitchen and other workstations as needed
Perform other duties as assigned