GRILL/FRY COOK - Day and Night Shifts

Who We Are Based in San Antonio, Texas, Zachry Hotels is a proven leader in the development, management and ownership of hospitality assets. At Zachry Hotels, we are passionate about hospitality and surround ourselves with team members who share that same passion. Our tenure in the hospitality and hotel industry has provided us the knowledge and key relationships for success in hotel management, operation, and development. We take care of our clients, business partners and each other as family, within a culture of service and accountability, where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.
Position Overview The Cook III is an experienced and skilled line cook responsible for preparing high-quality dishes in accordance with hotel recipes, production standards, and culinary expectations. This role requires advanced cooking knowledge, the ability to work multiple stations, leadership support for junior cooks, and a commitment to maintaining exceptional food quality in a full-service hotel environment.
What You'll Do Food Preparation & Production Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to standardized recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
Station Leadership & Culinary Execution Support junior cooks (Cook 1, Cook 2, Prep Cooks) by providing guidance, demonstrating techniques, and assisting with training.
Coordinate timing of dishes with servers and culinary team to ensure timely service.
Maintain awareness of ticket times and adjust pace as needed during high-volume operations.
Communicate effectively with the Chef, Sous Chefs, and culinary leadership regarding food quality or operational issues.
Quality Control & Food Safety Ensure proper food handling, storage, and cooling techniques according to health department and hotel standards.
Monitor food temperatures, sanitation levels, and product rotation (FIFO).
Maintain clean, organized workstations throughout the shift.
Immediately report any product quality concerns, shortages, or equipment problems.
Teamwork & Communication Collaborate closely with fellow cooks, servers, and culinary management to support smooth kitchen operations.
Equipment Use & Care Safely operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, fryers, grills, knives, broilers, mixers, and more.
Maintain cleanliness and functionality of equipment and report maintenance issues promptly.
Follow hotel guidelines for safe operation and cleaning procedures.
Additional Responsibilities Support culinary leadership during menu changes, special events, and seasonal offerings.
Perform opening, mid-shift, and closing duties including cleaning, labeling, stocking, and organization.
Perform other duties as assigned to support culinary and hotel operations.
What You'll Bring Required Education & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Preferred Education & Experience Prior experience as a Cook II, Line Cook, or equivalent role preferred.
Experience working in a full-service hotel, banquet kitchen, or high-volume operation preferred.
Culinary school training or formal kitchen apprenticeship preferred.
Experience with multiple cooking stations and advanced culinary techniques preferred.
Required Skills and Abilities Strong culinary skills with proficiency across multiple stations and cooking techniques.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
Strong knife skills and understanding of professional kitchen practices.
Strong attention to detail, sanitation, and food safety procedures.
Other Qualifications Ability to work varied schedules including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Commitment to culinary excellence and continuous learning.
Licenses or Certificates Food Safe Serve/Texas Food Handlers Certification
Zachry Hotels offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families. Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Notice to Staffing Agencies Zachry Hotels (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry's resume database will be considered Zachry property. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Culinary

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