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Cook 1 - Banquets

Surf and Sand Resort Laguna Beach

1555 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

165 Room Hotel
Managed By JC Resorts

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, 401K Plan, PTO Plan, Holiday Pay, Complementary Meals, Hotel Room & Golf Discounts.

Surf & Sand Resort is looking for passionate individuals, empowered to create wow moments and lasting memories for every guest, every time. As a family owned business, we treat people like lifelong friends and believe in the personal touch.
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Enrich Your Career. Celebrate Creativity.

We welcome enthusiastic individuals to join our team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing a personalized coastal luxury experience to our guests. Our team members are empowered to craft unforgettable moments and create enduring memories with every interaction.

Since 1948, Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach has been an iconic oceanfront landmark in the community. As an integral part of JC Resorts, a family-owned company and distinguished leader in managing and operating premier golf and resort destinations, we provide competitive and progressive benefits including complimentary meals, hotel/golf/spa discounts, employee recognition programs and more!

To complete an APPLICATION please click on the following website: https://apply.jobappnetwork.com/surf-sand-careers/en

Or contact the Human Resources office direct line 949-376-2764 for additional information.

The BANQUET COOK 1 is responsible to prepare food for Banquets, special events and employee meals, meeting hotel standards of production quality and quantity.

The expected base wage range for this position is: $25 per hour. This position may be eligible for additional compensation according to the Company's policies, as they may be amended from time to time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • To follow all specifications to properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served for banquet event orders, including accommodating special guest requests.
  • To organize and execute daily BEO’s (Banquet Event Orders).
  • To ensure that proper portions of all banquet items are served at each banquet function while maintaining hotel standards.
  • To assist with food preparation for the employee meals meeting the hotel standards.
  • To follow all specifications to properly handle all product used in hotel cooking.
  • To prepare foods in large quantity and consistency leading up to the special event and assist during plate ups.
  • To assist the Corporate Executive Chef, Banquet Chef, Banquet Sous Chef and Chef De Partie with the kitchen organization and to follow all specific procedures to open or close the kitchen.
  • To assume all duties of the Chef De Partie in his/her absence.
  • To follow all specifications to properly set up for all banquet functions.
  • To take daily inventory of all items in the walk-in and assist, as directed, to order stock.
  • To utilize FIFO in banquet spaces to minimize waste and spoilage.
  • To promptly notify supervisor of product spoilage.
  • To maintain internal cleanliness of workstations, walk-in and freezer.
  • To communicate all guest requests to an appropriate supervisor in a timely and professional manner.

QUALIFICATIONS: Able to understand basic English and follow simple verbal directions. Must have basic knowledge of production and operations in all relevant kitchen areas. Must be familiar with proper use and maintenance of relevant kitchen equipment and machinery. Hotel experience and professional culinary certification or degree preferred. A minimum of 4 years culinary experience within restaurants or food service is required. A valid food handlers card must be timely obtained upon hire and maintained in good standing, which time and expense may be compensable.

SKILLS AND APTITUDES: Detail oriented. Organized and efficient. Learns quickly. Safety-minded. High quality standards for production and service. Courteous and friendly manner. Good team player. Customer service focus. Able to work productively with little supervision. Trustworthy and reliable.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS: Stands/walks short distances throughout shift. Bends, stoops, reaches, pushes, pulls, and lifts to perform routine job tasks. Frequently required to handle and move objects weighing up to 30 lbs. over short to moderate distances. Must be able to work under pressure. 

TRAVEL: This position is not expected to travel for work.

REMOTE WORKThis position is not eligible to work remotely. The candidate must be able to work in-person during normal business hours.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodation related to applying for employment at our company, please contact us at 855-318-8947 and/or email us at accessibility@jcresorts.com

JC Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach proudly holds accolades such as being named one of Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards' Top Resorts in Southern California, recognized by Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best, and is a distinguished member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts, boasting an esteemed AAA Four Diamond rating for over two decades.

Surf & Sand Resort | 1555 South Coast Highway | Laguna Beach, CA 92651
www.surfandsandresort.com HR direct line: (949) 376-2764

Posted January 10, 2025

Surf and Sand Resort Laguna Beach

LAGUNA BEACH OCEANFRONT HOTEL

Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach, resembling a sun-washed Mediterranean Village, lies on California’s Laguna Beach shoreline where the waves of the Pacific meet 500 feet of pristine sand. All 167 beachfront guest rooms and 13 Laguna Beach suites at our southern California beach resort feature spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. 

Our Laguna Beach luxury hotel is committed to providing an exceptional workplace environment, allowing each of our passionate employees to achieve their fullest potential. Part of the JC Resorts family of resorts, we’re focused on Making Memories. Every Guest. Every Time.

At Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach, we expect the best and have a great time doing it. We embrace our employees and value their contributions. We reward and celebrate team members’ successes.

Embrace the challenge. Be an integral part of a guest’s experience. Join our team.