Hemingway's Restaurant at Holiday Inn Oceanside - Part Time Lunch/Dinner Line Cook

Role Overview The Cook is responsible for ensuring quality of food for our hotel guests, maintaining consistent food preparation and plate presentation for our pool area and guests. The Hemingway's Restaurant – Part-Time Line Cook will prepare and cook food items according to recipes and standards while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The Cook will also ensure that all food items are properly stored, labeled, and rotated to ensure freshness and quality. Responsibilities Prepare the kitchen before the start of the shift, including prepping food for service each day, and stocking the line, pantries, or walk‑in refrigerators/freezers. Ensure that all supplies needed for the shift are available and ready for use, including preparing items in advance or performing simple tasks such as stocking the station with plates and bowls. Prepare the items requested from the kitchen, working with other cooks in the kitchen to make sure food is ready at the right time, in the right order, and at the proper temperature for customers. Clean the kitchen and assist others with their stations, disposing of garbage, cleaning utensils, pots, and pans, and cleaning cooking surfaces. Unload delivery trucks and store inventory correctly. Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage. Qualifications At least one year of cooking experience in a full‑service restaurant. Ability to work a varied schedule that includes evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Experience preparing meals for all meal periods (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Physical ability to walk and stand for a full shift, push/pull up to 50 lbs, and lift up to 50 lbs. Required Characteristics Well organized and detail‑oriented. Ability to work independently and with diverse groups of individuals. Displays initiative, perseverance, and analytical skills. Professional and ethical in all situations. High school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience as a Line Cook or similar role. Strong culinary skills. Knowledge of food safety guidelines and regulations. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Benefits In exchange for your talent, you will be eligible for paid time off, 401(k) (with match), travel perks, professional development, and more! EOE M/F/Vet/Disabled Job Type: Part‑Time with flexible scheduling Salary: From $17.50 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Coastal Hospitality Associates