Part-Time Line Cook - Quick Hire!

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is a renowned boutique hotel brand that emphasizes heartfelt, human connections and exceptional guest experiences. Founded in 1981 in San Francisco by Bill Kimpton, the company responded to the common industry trend of impersonal, generic hospitality by creating a new standard focused on genuine connections. Kimpton's approach blends creativity, diversity, and self-leadership to foster a vibrant, energetic culture where employees are encouraged to be themselves, shine in their roles, and deliver memorable service. This commitment to inclusivity and authentic experience not only influences how guests are treated but also how team members interact and grow within the company. Kimpton is a hospitality company that values diversity and strives to reflect the rich variety of its guests in its workforce. The company embraces people from all walks of life, encouraging individuality and celebrating differences in personalities, lifestyles, education, and backgrounds. This inclusive approach enhances the work environment, making it quirky, empowering, and exciting, where genuine creativity and passion are welcomed and nurtured. Working at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants means contributing to a purpose-driven mission of improving lives—not just for guests, but also for coworkers, owners, and communities. The role of a Cook at Kimpton is essential to delivering the restaurant’s promise of quality and personal experience. As a Cook, you will be hardworking and passionate about crafting dishes that meet the restaurant’s specifications, ensuring each plate is prepared and presented with high quality standards. You will work closely with your team to maintain effective communication and seamless service, building relationships that encourage guests to return. This position requires dedication to kitchen safety, sanitation, and compliance with health regulations to maintain the highest standards of food quality. The Cook at Kimpton will be responsible for managing food preparation, maintaining stock levels at workstations, and adhering to portion size and cooking standards. You will keep your workstations clean and organized, assist in overall kitchen cleanliness, report maintenance needs, and follow all departmental policies and procedures. This role demands strong time management, multitasking ability, and organizational skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant is preferred, as is formal training in knife skills and kitchen equipment use. The position also offers growth opportunities for those who demonstrate self-leadership and a passion for the culinary arts within an encouraging, diverse, and welcoming environment. Flexible work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, reflect the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is committed to creating meaningful work that makes a real difference, encouraging every employee to be themselves, lead themselves, and make every moment count. This role offers not only a job but a chance to thrive in a company culture that values each individual’s contributions to its collective success.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of prior experience in restaurant or culinary settings
• Food handler certification if applicable
• Proven ability to manage time and tasks efficiently
• Experience working in fast-paced, high volume kitchens
• Ability to perform physical labor and stand for extended periods
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong communication and teamwork skills