Line Cook | AC Hotel San Jose Downtown - Quick Hire!

AC Hotel San Jose Downtown is a contemporary hotel that blends modern elegance with Spanish-inspired design, located in the heart of San Jose, California. The hotel is a part of the AC Hotels chain, known for offering stylish accommodations and thoughtful amenities tailored to the needs of business travelers and tourists alike. With its prime downtown location, guests can easily access local attractions, dining, and entertainment options, making it a sought-after destination for both short stays and extended visits. The hotel prides itself on delivering exceptional service through a dedicated team committed to creating a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Featuring sleek rooms, a modern lobby, well-equipped meeting spaces, and a vibrant bar area, AC Hotel San Jose Downtown combines sophistication with convenience, appealing to a diverse clientele. The role of Line Cook at AC Hotel San Jose Downtown offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about food preparation and presentation in a dynamic hotel environment. This is an hourly position with a competitive pay rate of $30.00 per hour, providing both financial reward and career growth potential. As a Line Cook, you will be integral to the hotel's food service operation, responsible for preparing high-quality meals in accordance with specified recipes and standards. Your work will support both the restaurant and in-house dining services, contributing to the overall guest experience. In this role, attention to detail and the ability to maintain the highest food quality and presentation standards are essential. You will be expected to utilize specification sheets to manage daily preparation requirements, ensuring that par levels for ingredients and supplies are maintained. Collaborating with supervisors, you will prepare new menu items, presenting them attractively and consistently. The position demands an individual who can efficiently handle customer requests, re-stock and clean preparation areas, and accurately read and interpret recipes. Additionally, you will be responsible for opening and closing kitchen procedures, ensuring smooth kitchen operations throughout your shift. AC Hotel San Jose Downtown values team players who demonstrate strong knife skills, adaptability in flavor preparation, and the capability to accommodate guests' dietary needs promptly. Prior cooking experience is preferred, and possessing a valid State Food Handler's License is required. This role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The hotel also emphasizes work-life balance, offering paid time off and holiday pay. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K plan, HSA and FSA options, employer-paid life insurance, discounted lodging for travel convenience, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. As an equal opportunity employer, AC Hotel San Jose Downtown is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity. The hotel seeks candidates who align with its service philosophy and dedication to excellence. Partnering with Columbia Hospitality for recruitment efforts, all employees are officially employed by AC Hotel San Jose Downtown, a separate legal entity. This role is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to join a reputable hotel known for quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction.

• Previous cooking experience preferred
• Necessary State Food Handler's License(s)
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instruction, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to other employees of the organization
• Must possess knife skills
• Ability to adjust preparations for flavor
• Ability to accommodate customer’s needs in a timely manner