DoubleTree by Hilton Buena Park is currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Line Cook to join our team. As part of the Hilton family, DoubleTree is known for its warm hospitality—welcoming every guest with our signature fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies and a commitment to exceptional service.
Job Purpose
Support kitchen operations by preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes, quality standards, and safety guidelines, ensuring a consistent and high-quality guest experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and quality expectations.
- Monitor food usage and minimize waste.
- Assist with inventory by notifying supervisors of low stock and supporting receiving and counting as needed.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in compliance with all health and safety regulations.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and properly stocked, including refrigerators, freezers, and prep stations.
- Follow all safety procedures and promptly report hazards, equipment issues, or incidents.
- Support kitchen operations as needed, including dishwashing and general cleaning duties.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and other departments to ensure efficient service.
- · Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
- · Occasionally interact with guests in a professional manner.
- · Perform other duties as assigned by the F&B management team.
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- One year restaurant line cook experience strongly preferred
- Must speak fluent local language; additional language skills preferred but not required
- Must complete food handler certification per state and local requirements
Other Requirements
- Being passionate about hospitality and service
- Frequent standing, bending and moving around the kitchen and back of house areas
- Carrying, lifting, pulling or pushing items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with kitchen and restaurant employees
- Reading and writing abilities are used when preparing meals from a recipe, accommodating guest requests and following allergy protocols
- Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances are used frequently
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Full-time/Part-time hourly position with pay range of $18.50-$19.25 per hour
- Hilton Team Member hotel discount program available worldwide
- Paid Time Off/Sick Leave after 90 days of employment
- Benefit plans include health, dental, vision and life insurance upon eligibility
- Participation in 401k retirement plan upon eligibility
- DoubleTree Buena Park hotel meal discounts
Pay: $18.50 - $19.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
