Cook I – Hotel Kitchen

About the role

As a Cook I you will support the culinary team in delivering fresh, high‑quality meals across restaurant service, breakfast, banquets, catering and special events at Sonesta International Hotels. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast‑paced kitchen, takes pride in food preparation and wants to grow a hospitality culinary career.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items following recipes, portioning, presentation and food safety standards.
• Support daily kitchen operations for restaurant dining, breakfast, banquets, catering, room service and events.
• Perform food preparation tasks such as chopping, cooking, plating and station setup.
• Keep workstations clean, organized, stocked and operational throughout shifts.
• Follow HACCP, sanitation and health department regulations at all times.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to culinary leadership.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, ovens, slicers and mixers.
• Assist with banquet and catering functions, preparing food for meetings, weddings and group dining.
• Collaborate with chefs, kitchen staff and F&B team to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Help minimize food waste and maintain kitchen efficiency.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in cooking, restaurant, hotel, banquet or catering environments preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Ability to work reliably in a team‑oriented, fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.

Required skills

• Food safety and HACCP compliance.
• Operation of kitchen equipment (grills, fryers, ovens, slicers, mixers).
• Food preparation techniques.