Restaurant 1 - Cook II

Vallejo, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.75 - $23.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Equity in company

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Job Description

Pacific Hospitality Group is a prominent and family-focused hospitality company that operates with a unique owner/operator approach, emphasizing long-term business holds and sustainable growth. The company is dedicated to enriching the lives of its guests by offering memorable experiences, giving back to communities, and honoring God in all its business practices. Known for its core values including integrity, compliance, value creation, principled entrepreneurship, and customer focus, Pacific Hospitality Group fosters an inclusive and respectful workplace that values humility and personal fulfillment. This organization stands out in the hospitality industry for its commitment to both investors and team members, using its solid foundation and ethical approach to business to achieve steady growth and long-term success.

The position available is for a Cook within the group, offering an hourly wage ranging from $20.75 to $23. This role is integral to the day-to-day culinary operations, responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking a variety of food items at restaurants and in-room dining facilities. The cook will engage in butcher tasks involving chicken, beef, fish, and shellfish and will apply culinary skills to ensure the timely preparation of high-quality dishes following strict health and safety standards.

This role not only requires technical expertise in food preparation but also a strong commitment to sanitation, safety, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will be working with a team focused on delivering exceptional food service experiences while upholding the company’s guiding principles of integrity and customer focus. Beyond cooking, the position demands attention to cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, proper use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to OSHA regulations and hazardous materials programs. This responsibility ensures a safe and productive working environment for all staff. Moreover, the successful candidate must be adaptable to flexible work hours including holidays, weekends, and shifts that reflect the cyclical nature of the hospitality business.

Pacific Hospitality Group values employees who are proactive in reporting safety concerns and equipment maintenance needs and who exhibit a professional demeanor while maintaining a clean appearance. By joining the company, team members become part of a forward-thinking hospitality group that values principled entrepreneurship and knowledge, fostering personal and professional growth within the dynamic hospitality environment. This cooking role is designed not only to fulfill daily culinary requirements but also to contribute to the lasting legacy and sustainable success of the company and its communities.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
one year prior food preparation experience
culinary degree or training preferred
valid Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain within 30 days
knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
ability to stand for extended periods
ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
strong communication skills
ability to follow detailed instructions
physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds
willingness to comply with OSHA and company safety policies

Job Qualifications

One year prior food prep experience required
culinary degree or training desired
possess advanced knowledge of food preparation, professional cooking and knife handling skills
ability to perform basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, recipes, short correspondence and memos
completes required training as scheduled
ability to work varying schedules including holidays, weekends and alternate shifts
valid current Food Handlers Card or willingness and ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
knowledge of all applicable health standards
maintains clean appearance and professional demeanor

Job Duties

Prepares food items such as salads, soups, sauces, meats, and vegetables according to prescribed recipes and guidelines
butchers chicken, fish, and shellfish, cutting, trimming and boning meat prior to cooking
reads menu to estimate food requirements and requisitions food from storage
adjusts thermostat controls to regulate and maintain appropriate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles
measures and mixes ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and knives
bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods, adding seasoning as required
observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling and piercing to ensure proper cooking
carves meats, portions food onto serving plates, adds gravies and sauces and garnishes servings
follows all standard food handling, sanitation and health department guidelines ensuring compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
wears non-slip, oil resistant shoes and follows all safety policies, reports potential safety issues and acts immediately in emergencies
reports to work on time and on a regular basis