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Appellation is a culinary-focused hotel company that embraces authenticity and locality in everything it does. Known for its dedication to regional character, community, and culture, Appellation creates exceptional hospitality experiences for its guests through thoughtfully composed and high-quality services. One of its standout properties, Appellation Lodi - Wine & Roses Resort and Spa, epitomizes this commitment by offering a luxurious setting perfect for romantic getaways, special occasions, and business events. Located in San Joaquin, this resort is recognized as a leader in hospitality and culinary excellence, offering a strong team atmosphere and ample career growth opportunities across various fields including hotel operations, culinary arts, event planning, spa and wellness, administration, and management. The Culinary Team at Appellation Lodi - Wine & Roses Resort and Spa is currently seeking passionate and skilled cooks to join their ranks. This part-time role offers $20.60 per hour and comes with benefits such as 401(k) matching, Aflac supplemental plans, and team member discounts. It requires availability on weekends, nights, and holidays, making it an ideal position for individuals looking to grow their culinary careers in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As a cook on this team, you will engage in preparing a variety of menu items according to the brand’s strict specifications and recipes, which focus on combining locally sourced ingredients with exceptional service. This role demands a high level of integrity, work ethic, and teamwork, as each member must maintain a clean and organized workstation to ensure timely preparation and serving of meals. The position not only challenges cooks to uphold quality standards, portion control, production levels, and presentation but also to participate actively in kitchen safety practices including proper handling of knives, meat cutters, and usage of ovens and stove tops. This role is perfect for individuals who either possess skilled culinary experience or have a passion for food and a willingness to learn and grow within the culinary field. Continuous on-the-job training is an integral part of this job, promoting career development and advancement within the culinary and broader hospitality sectors at Appellation. Joining this team means being part of a community that values continuous improvement, creativity, innovation, and the nurturing of the next generation of hoteliers and culinarians. Overall, this position provides the opportunity to work in a progressive and esteemed culinary environment where each day presents new opportunities and challenges.

• At least 2 years professional cooking experience
• Knowledge of food preparation methods and procedures
• Knowledge of kitchen and dining sanitation
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils use and care
• Basic math skills to understand recipes and meal tickets
• Ability to perform job functions unsupervised
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to work under stress and manage time effectively
• Flexibility to perform different kitchen roles
• Availability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation