Cook

Overview

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is recruiting for a Cook I on-site, part-time, at Center Stage in Downtown San Diego. Join our culinary team to support banquets, events, bars, and in-room dining in a high-energy, guest-focused environment.

• Prep, cook, and present menu items with consistency, speed, and style, following recipes and presentation standards.
• Keep your station stocked, clean, and ready to roll — whether for a 300-person banquet or a late-night room service order.
• Support buffet and plated service for large events, coordinating timing with culinary and banquet teams.
• Assist with banquet setups and breakdowns, ensuring food quality stays VIP-level from kitchen to plate.
• Practice top-notch food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness — because the details matter.
• Jump in to support the team across multiple outlets, helping create a seamless guest experience.

• Have 1+ year of professional cooking experience in a hotel, catering, or high-volume event setting.
• Know how to handle prep, cooking, and plating for multiple service styles (banquet, buffet, à la carte, room service).
• Thrive under pressure and take pride in the details — even during the busiest rush.
• Love working as part of a tight-knit team that brings energy and positivity to every shift.
• Have flexible availability, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays — because the Hard Rock never sleeps.

• Legendary Brand:
  Be part of an iconic hotel that lives for music, individuality, and show-stopping guest service.
• Center Stage Downtown:
  Work where the Gaslamp Quarter’s best events, nightlife, and energy come alive.
• Rockstar Perks:
  Competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities to grow with an award-winning team.
• Culture: A place where everyone’s a rock star, and your passion for culinary excellence takes center stage.

Let’s Rock This Together — If you’re ready to bring your culinary skills, team spirit, and dedication to crafting unforgettable experiences, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is ready for you. Apply today and bring your culinary talent to the main stage for banquets, events, bars, and in-room dining at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego!

Here’s the Core of Coury Hospitality:
We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to create UNMATCHED COMMITMENTS.

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Hard Rock Hotel, 207 Fifth Ave, San Diego, California, United States of America