Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $25.00
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Benefits

Complimentary employee meal
complimentary parking
discounted hotel stays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
401k with Matching
Employee stock purchase plan
Educational Reimbursement

Job Description

Park Hyatt Aviara is a premier luxury resort located in Carlsbad, San Diego. Known for its AAA Five-Diamond rating, Park Hyatt Aviara stands as a destination of sophistication and tranquility, blending striking architecture with natural beauty. This resort offers guests an escape to relaxed elegance amid 200 lush acres, featuring amenities such as an 18-hole golf course designed by Arnold Palmer, a beautiful spa, and various world-class recreational activities. Visitors to Park Hyatt Aviara find themselves immersed in a unique blend of luxury and comfort that highlights the stunning surroundings and the distinct character of the Carlsbad location.

The Cook 3 position at Park Hyatt Aviara is an intermediate-level culinary role designed for candidates with solid foundational cooking skills and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. This hourly role offers a competitive wage of $25.00 per hour and is ideal for individuals with prior hotel cooking experience or a culinary degree. The position demands good communication skills and proficiency in managing single kitchen stations independently, while still receiving supervision and training. As part of the culinary team, the Cook 3 will be responsible for preparing various dishes with professional knowledge of ingredients and cooking procedures. The role requires working comfortably in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the high standards of a luxury resort kitchen.

Working at Park Hyatt Aviara means becoming part of a community that values excellence, hospitality, and personal growth. Colleagues enjoy a range of benefits such as complimentary employee meals and parking, access to hotel nights and discounts globally within the Hyatt network, and robust medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Additional benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, 401K with company matching, an employee stock purchase plan, and educational reimbursement opportunities. The resort fosters an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. This role offers not only a chance to advance culinary skills but also to contribute to the reputation of one of San Diego's most luxurious resort destinations.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of experience in a professional kitchen
  • Culinary degree or relevant hotel cooking experience
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work under supervision
  • Physical stamina for long standing periods
  • Willingness to learn and take direction

Job Qualifications

  • Refined verbal communication skills
  • Two years of previous line cooking experience preferred
  • Culinary degree or related hotel culinary experience preferred
  • Ability to perform all basic cooking skills
  • Capable of managing a single station efficiently
  • Strong desire to satisfy guests in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand for extended periods

Job Duties

  • Prepare food items according to recipes and presentation standards
  • Operate single kitchen stations with accuracy and efficiency
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in assigned work areas
  • Communicate effectively with culinary team and management
  • Follow health and safety regulations in food preparation
  • Assist in receiving and storing food supplies
  • Participate in training and development activities

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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