Line Cook - Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette

Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette, located in the vibrant Monterey area, stands as a celebrated culinary destination delivering an exceptional dining experience through its three distinctive environments: a full-service dining room, a lively bar and lounge, and an inviting al fresco dining patio. The centerpiece of the restaurant is its experiential oyster bar and a dynamic live-fire kitchen, which serve as the heart and hearth of Salt Wood. This thoughtfully crafted setting—from cocktails on the patio to gatherings in multifunctional meeting spaces and private dining rooms—provides guests with a unique and memorable atmosphere reflecting both quality and community engagement.

Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette operates under the broader umbrella of HHM Hotels, a company committed to excellence, inclusivity, and sustainability. HHM Hotels embraces core values such as People Are Our Capability, Hearts That Serve, Only Excellence, Stay Nimble, and Own It. These principles underscore the dedication to providing outstanding guest service and fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for its employees. As an equal opportunity employer, HHM Hotels ensures non-discrimination across all protected categories, maintaining a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and equal opportunity.

The role available is for a Line Cook, a crucial position within the kitchen brigade. This position involves preparing food items in alignment with production requirements, recipe cards, and established portion standards to ensure consistent quality. The Line Cook will contribute to the smooth operation of the kitchen by beginning food items prepared ahead of time, managing food storage and rotation according to company and safety standards, and assisting in inventory checks and shift setup. The role also includes responsibility for minimizing food waste and controlling food costs, as well as adhering to specific sustainability practices through HHM's EarthView program.

In addition to culinary tasks, the Line Cook is expected to maintain sanitation and safety standards by properly operating and cleaning kitchen tools and equipment and practicing safe work habits per MSDS and OSHA guidelines. The position offers a clear career development path from Line Cook to Lead Cook, then Sous Chef, and ultimately Assistant to the Head Chef, reflecting opportunities for growth and skill advancement within the company.

HHM Hotels provides competitive wages for both full-time and part-time positions, comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401k company match, life insurance, travel discounts, commuter transit and parking benefits, employee assistance and wellness programs, educational and professional development opportunities, and a referral bonus program. Applicants can expect to work in an active kitchen environment requiring physical endurance such as standing for extended periods, lifting heavy items, and other physical movements.

This role is ideal for those who bring dedication, a passion for food quality, adherence to safety and sustainability standards, and a desire to grow professionally in a fast-paced, welcoming hospitality setting. Joining Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette means becoming part of a team committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience and upholding the values of HHM Hotels.