Cook

Cook

Full-Time

Overnight Shift

Rancho Valencia Resort

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Posted August 12, 2025

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JOB DETAILS

Compensation: $22.00 per hour

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Summary

Overnight Cook is responsible to prepare and serve food items for guests and employees during the overnight. Complete nightly prep work and to prepare for breakfast shift. Maintain established quality standards. Know assigned menus. Must be self-motivated, dependable, reliable and willing to work overnight as the lone culinary person on the 3rd shift.

Essential Functions

Report to work as scheduled

Be in uniform when clocking in at scheduled start time

Maintain clean and sanitary work area

Place sanitizer bucket on work station, to be used between jobs to sanitize

Check and report any equipment malfunctioning or failures

Check in with closing Chef de Partie/Chef on duty

Prepare daily production list

Work quickly and complete assignments

Responsible for set-up of assigned work station

Ensure all products are of the best quality

Take a lunch break before the 5th hour of work

Prepare and plate menu items

Anticipate business levels, plan and prep accordingly for the following day

Strictly Adhere to recipe specifications ensuring proper portion sizes and cooking methods are followed

Maintain professional atmosphere throughout the kitchen

Daily inspection of assigned work station to ensure proper rotation of product and that all products are labeled and dated and complies with all Health Department regulations

Must be familiar with all kitchen equipment and machinery including safe operation and maintenance

Adhere to established safety standards and assist in preventing accidents by being aware of hazardous situations

Remain positive with co-workers and guests

Practice proper recycling procedures and kitchen energy management

Control waste, be aware of the costs attached to the area of responsibility

Responsible for proper closing procedures of assigned station

Set up breakfast line ensuring all requirements are organized prior to the opening of the restaurant

Check out with opening Chef de Partie/ Chef on duty before leaving to ensure his/her station and prep are stored correctly

Inform Chef on duty of any problems, concerns, inconsistencies or product shortages

Clock out in uniform and leave property immediately after shift

Actively participates in Safety Programs and abides by all injury reporting and safety behavior requirements.

Participates in and supports hotel efforts towards community service, sustainability and environmental initiatives.

Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

High School Diploma or Ged-Equivalency

Must be either a graduate from a culinary school with 1 to 2 years cooking experience in fine dining or 2 to 3 years cooking experience, breakfast and lunch in international and regional cooking in a fine dining establishment

Ability to communicate in English with vendors, guests and staff to their understanding

Must have current and up to date San Diego County food handlers card

Must be flexible in scheduling, including 3rd shift

Must have own tools to perform assigned duties

Dedication to excellence with continued development of our hotel reputation

Desirable

1 year prior Overnight Cook experience

Prior work experience in a 5 star/ 5 diamond hotel

Stable work history

Skills

Required

Well-rounded culinary skills, cooking methods, meats, fish, vegetables, soups, product identification

Garde Manger skills

Knife Skills, basic cuts including coarse chopping, mincing, julienne and dicing

Ability to multi-task

Knowledge of kitchen terminology

Knowledge of products, uses and availability

Desirable

1. Knowledge of current food trends

2. Strong organizational and problem solving skills

3. Ability to perform tasks under pressure and within tight time constraints

Physical Demands

Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting, and climbing. Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities related to inspecting property.

Constant need to perform the following physical activities: grasping turning, finger dexterity

Occasional need to stand for long periods of time.

Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs. frequently and 25 lbs. occasionally.

Vision requirements: constant need to view small print. Frequent need to see small details and things clearly beyond arms' reach.

Hearing requirements: constant need to speak on telephone and/or two-way radio, respond to general public and converse with staff. Ability to hear fire alarms and emergency equipment

Must be in good physical condition to stand for 8 consecutive hours, walk, kneel and lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Salary

$22.00 to $24.00 per hour based on work experience and skill set.

Salary Description

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K and many more

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