Line Cook | Saint James French Diner | Palihotel San Diego

LINE COOK | SAINT JAMES FRENCH DINER | PALIHOTEL SAN DIEGO

POSITION PROFILE:

We're looking for an organized Line Cook with a passion for cooking. As a key member of our kitchen staff, our Line Cook will prep, cook, plate, and clean their stations to provide delicious meals for our guests.

ABOUT SAINT JAMES FRENCH DINER:

Palihotel San Diego features Saint James French Diner, a restaurant and bar that blends the utilitarian nature of an American diner with the subtle elegance of French bistro cuisine. Our menu is hearty and simple, yet refined by nature, paying homage to roadside food halls in Southern France. Its shared mussels and a beer in the afternoon and its a burger and two martinis at night. Its sensible, unpretentious, and totally chic!If you're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences, thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment, and find joy in providing delightful, consistent service that turns first-time visitors into regulars, we invite you to join our team at Saint James French Diner!

THE TASK AT HAND:

• Setting up your station and successfully tackling your daily prep list.
• Receiving goods from our vendors and ensuring all products meet our high standards.
• Assisting kitchen stations and delivering beautifully prepped items to the line when needed.
• Maintaining a tidy, organized, and sanitized workspace, including all culinary and food storage areas.
• Practicing exceptional cooking techniques.
• Preparing the kitchen for top-notch service by following prep lists, organizing ingredients, and adhering to portion guidelines.
• Collaborating with team members to complete service in a positive, respectful environment.
• Maintaining a positive attitude and matching the pace of a demanding kitchen during service rushes.
• Keeping an open and receptive mind when it comes to learning new skills and embracing new recipes.
• Working in a safe and sanitary manner at all times to ensure the health and physical protection of your fellow staff and diners.
• Completing opening and closing tasks as well as extra cleaning projects as needed.
• Lending a hand as required to help team members complete meal service in an efficient manner.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• A positive, upbeat attitude and a passion for creating delicious food that delights diners.
• A collaborative team member thats happy to pitch in, support coworkers, and try things differently if the situation calls for a quick pivot.
• A hospitality-minded, naturally friendly person thats able to remain calm, resolve issues, and anticipate the needs of the kitchen as a whole.
• Organized, detail-oriented individuals who notice the little things, knows how to effectively prioritize, and keep service moving at a comfortable, steady clip.
• A clear communicator thats professional and concise whilst actively listening to others and giving consideration to their needs and feedback.
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum of eight-hour shift.
• Requires mobility and prolonged standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• 1-3 years of experience as a line cook in a high-quality full service or fast casual environment.
• The ability to safely work throughout a shift. Tasks may include walking, standing, bending, and lifting supplies up to 40lbs.
• Schedule flexibility. Shifts may vary.
• Basic math and critical thinking skills for following prep work and recipe needs.
• Individuals comfortable in various environments, from casual morning shifts to fast-paced dinner hours.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• A competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan (future you will love this one!)
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay when youre under the weather.
• Career advancement in an organization committed to helping star employees thrive.
• Theres also an opportunity to expand your career trajectory as we are a fast-growing company with hotels and restaurants in multiple cities.
• Professional development that sets you up for success across multiple hospitality career paths.
• A collaborative work environment where your creative ideas can come to fruition.
• Amazing employee discounts on hotels and dining across our entire portfolio (18 hotels and more to come!)
• Hands-on training with a nimble team.

Palisociety is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Palisociety does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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MORE ABOUT US:

Palisociety is a fully integrated hospitality company that develops and operates unique hotels and residences across the country. In addition to our independent collection of hotels, we also operate Palihouses, Palihotels, and ARRIVE by Palisociety. We strive to delight and inspire our guests and local community by creating one-of-a-kind neighborhood-centric places filled with interesting people, friendly staff, and trusty service.

Were a family business founded in Los Angeles by CEO Avi Brosh in 1998. As we continue to grow and develop new hotels and restaurants, were always looking for spirited, hardworking, passionate people that can join our team and grow with us!