Cook II

Cook IILocated directly on the waterfront in Marina del Rey, Marina del Rey Hotel offers a relaxed coastal escape with beautiful harbor views and easy access to Venice Beach and the surrounding Westside. The boutique hotel features 164 guest rooms and suites, many with private balconies or patios, along with a pool, waterfront dining at SALT Restaurant & Bar, Del Rey Lounge, and MOJO Café. With more than 10,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space, including a waterfront lawn, Marina del Rey Hotel is a popular setting for weddings, meetings, and social gatherings.The RoleAs a Cook II, you'll bring experience and confidence to the kitchen, preparing and cooking food to recipe, quality, presentation, and food safety standards. You'll work independently within established procedures, maintain a clean and organized station, and help ensure every dish leaving the kitchen meets our standards. You will:Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, portioning, weighing, and measuringPrepare and cook food according to recipes, preparation checklists, and presentation standardsPrepare hot and cold food items and ensure proper portions and presentationOperate commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryersMonitor food quality, cooking times, and temperatures throughout preparationTest food and maintain required food and temperature logs to ensure food safety standards are metSet up, maintain, and break down your workstation efficientlyKeep kitchen work areas, tools, knives, and equipment clean and sanitizedUse proper protective equipment and follow safe food handling and kitchen practicesCheck food and equipment temperatures and address issues as neededMaintain consistency and quality during busy service periodsCommunicate clearly with the kitchen team and managementAnticipate kitchen needs and help keep service moving efficientlySupport other team members and departments as neededWhat Success Looks LikeYou consistently prepare high-quality food safely, efficiently, and according to established standards. Your station is organized, your work is dependable, and you can confidently manage your responsibilities with minimal direction while helping the kitchen deliver smooth, consistent service.What We're Looking For2+ years of cooking or kitchen experienceStrong working knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen proceduresAbility to consistently prepare food according to recipes, portions, and presentation standardsComfortable operating a variety of commercial kitchen equipmentSolid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handlingAbility to work independently while knowing when to communicate questions or concernsStrong attention to cleanliness, organization, consistency, and detailAbility to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced kitchenBasic math skills for measuring, portioning, and following recipesGood judgment and ability to follow established proceduresClear communication with guests, managers, and team membersDependable, team-oriented, and willing to support the kitchen wherever neededAbility to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, stoop, reach, lift, carry, and twistAbility to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. without assistanceAbility to work around commercial kitchen equipment and cleaning agentsWhat We OfferMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance401(k)Vacation & Sick LeaveTeam Member Travel Program: Hotel & Dining DiscountsOpportunities to connect, give back, and build community through team events & volunteering.Position DetailsHourly Rate Range: $23.08 - $25.75Part-Time