Restaurant Cook 3rd shift

Position Summary The Cook sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests and coworkers. The primary responsibility is to prepare and produce food orders according to quality standards. The Cook shall maintain a safe work environment, follow established sanitation and safety standards, and provide exceptional guest service.

Work Environment The role is performed in a fast‑paced environment mainly indoors. The cook must tolerate extreme temperatures (e.g., freezers, loading dock). Equipment and work areas require safe handling.

Physical Demands Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching. Ability to stand during entire shift.

Expected Hours of Work Shift work with flexibility to work variable days of the week, including weekends and holidays. Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights) and flexible to work ten‑to‑twelve hour shifts sometimes required.

Education and Experience Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation preferred.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Essential Functions Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner in accordance with established quality standards.

Test food to ensure quality and consistency of all meals served.

Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe and responsible manner.

Handle and store food items safely and keep work area clean and sanitized, including all opening and closing duties.

Operate dish machine, clean and sanitize pots and pans, china, glassware, flatware, kitchen equipment and other utensils.

Store all clean utensils to proper storage location using care to minimize breakage.

Clean and sanitize the kitchen and food preparation areas, sweep and mop kitchen floors and other assigned areas, collect and properly dispose of trash.

Service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines, uniform and grooming standards.

Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Qualifications and Skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Prioritization and time management skills.

Must be able to read recipes and follow their instructions.

Employ math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.

Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.

Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.

Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.

Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, effectively with guests, vendors and co‑workers.

Compensation Hourly pay range: $23.00 to $26.00 per hour (base pay may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and overall experience). Application Deadline: July 11th, 2026.

Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employment Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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