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Line Cook

San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter

660 K Street
San Diego, CA 92101

Hotel with 306 Rooms
Managed By Stanford Hotels Corporation
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Compensation: $26.78 per hour, Full-Time

Description

MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK DAY SHIFTS AND A MINIMUM OF TWO (2) EVENING SHIFTS FROM 3PM to 12AM INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

This is a full time postion eligible for benefits. This position pays $26.00 per hour.

Looking for a Line Cook to join the San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter Team! The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and delivering food orders efficiently, timely and consistently in quality and presentation for Altitude our award winning Sky Lounge. Responsibilities include maintaining high standards of cleanliness observing required health and safety standards according to hotel policy, CA regulations and brand standards.

Benefits

  • Vacation, Holiday, and Sick pay
  • Medical/Dental/Vision (with opt. out option)
  • Hotel Room Discount
  • Free Parking ($220 value)
  • Meal Allowance per bona fide meal break ($10 per bona fide meal break up to 1 per shift)
  • Company Paid Life Insurance & AD&D when enrolled in Medical
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) – 4% Match
  • Discount programs
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Hospital Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Shoes for Crews
  • Commuter Program

Job Duties:

  • Complete opening duties as assigned, including the following:
    • Set up physical aspect of stations: grill, pantry, etc.
    • Make preparation list of necessary food items.
    • Requisition all listed food items and transport from walk-in, etc. to assigned station.
    • Check quality and quantity of all stock and supplies.
    • Ensure a sufficient supply of all chinaware for service.
    • Ensure cleanliness and condition of assigned station.
  • Prepare necessary food items for meal period and next service.
  • Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Cook for scheduled meal period.
  • Complete closing duties assigned, including the following:
    • Properly cover, label and change out all pans.
    • Store food items in their proper place.
    • Wipe down and clean station as assigned.
  • Food preparation:
    • Organize prep for all stations according to ensure that all food is completed on time
    • Food is to be prepared in a manner consistent with company procedures
    • Guest requests must be met
    • Ensure that food quality is high and consistent
    • Daily check on prep and par levels of all items for all stations
    • Prep meats, fishes, marinades, sauces and soups at times as directed by the Director of F&B.
  • Food Safety:
    • Sanitation buckets used at all times
    • Towels, knives and utensils kept in sanitizer solution
    • Temperatures of all potentially dangerous foods to be kept above 135 or below 41
    • Cleanliness of all areas of the banquet kitchen to be improved and maintained
    • All food covered, labeled and dated at all times
    • Remove soiled wares from station as assigned and transport to dishwashing area.
  • Follow supervisor’s instruction as requested.
  • Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.
  • Alert management as to any deficiencies of food items.
  • Notify management of any pertinent information related to shift activities.
  • Alert management as to any maintenance needs or safety hazards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Prior experience cooking in large batches preferred
  • At least 1 year experience as a Restaurant/Banquet Cook preferred
  • Previous hotel kitchen experience a plus

Why San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter?

We are known as one of the best hotels in Downtown San Diego due in large part to the way we not only care for our guests, but our associates as well. Our mission is for our hotel to be a place where our associates would love to stay and our guests would love to work!

The San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to Tracy Smith at hr@gaslampmarriott.com or call (619) 446-6031 to let us know the nature of your request.

Qualifications

Line Cook

Behaviors
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity (Preferred)
  • Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause (Preferred)
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest (Preferred)
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group (Preferred)
Motivations
  • Preferred

    Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

  • Preferred

    Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

  • Preferred

    Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education
  • Technical/other training (Preferred)
  • High School (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
  • Preferred

    Food Handler

  • Preferred

    CA Food Handler

Experience
  • Required

    1 years:

    Line Cook

  • Preferred

    1 years:

    Prep Cook

  • Preferred

    1 years:

    Restaurant or Banquet Cook

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Posted February 24, 2026

About San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter

No Resort Fees! Vibrant San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Location Experience the excitement of downtown San Diego when vacationing or travelling for business at the San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter Hotel. Enjoy boutique style service and sleek decor combined with San Diegos premier dining, nightlife and shopping. Rooms and suites feature a collection of unique amenities adding comfort and convenience to every stay. Utilize our mobile check in app for a touch free arrival experience. Join us the award winning ALTITUDE Sky Lounge, located 22 stories high with sweeping views of the city, bay and Petco Park - offering bottle service, wine, craft beers, signature cocktails, mouthwatering appetizers and more. Step outside our hotel to enjoy the Historic Gaslamp Quarter, the heart of San Diegos dining and entertainment district. Located minutes away from the World-Famous San Diego Zoo, Seaport Village, Little Italy, Balboa Park and Museums, Coronado, and Old Town. Quick easy freeway access to Torrey Pines Golf Course, Del Mar Race Track and Fair Grounds, Legoland and SeaWorld

About Stanford Hotels Corporation

Are you looking for your next home? Read all about our company below:

Big thinking. Local results.

The Stanford Hotels Group owns and operates all their hotels with a highly specialized approach to property development. Our focus on development helps to realize potential. We see each property and its many nuances and create solutions to maximize its performance. Our development and management style equips us to focus on high profile, full-service franchise brands as well as other projects that leverage our collective experience. From real estate development to food and beverage – this depth of knowledge grows full service, successful hospitality brands. Hilton and Marriott trust us because of our solid operational infrastructure and consistently high performing track record.

We are headquartered in San Francisco where we oversee properties throughout the country.

An Invitation to Grow.

Our passion lies in realizing potential, both in people and in our projects. Our people are our engine; they are the spirit of our company, and our greatest asset. An employment opportunity with the Stanford Hotels Group means there’s a management team who cares about your personal and professional advancement, and who will make sure you are able to grow through both day-to-day and long-term participation in our company’s operations and success. Our scholarships program for employees with students in college is one great example of the way we support our team. By making it easier for our families to raise educated kids, we know we’re offering our staff an invaluable gift, and one that allows them to worry less and grow more.

Culture

Our passion is our people. Our people are the spirit of our company and our greatest strength. Our goal is to represent the community around us. We embrace inclusivity and celebrate diversity. We support our differences and what makes each of us unique.  We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, company policies and a diverse workplace where everyone feels represented.

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