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Kitchen Manager/Lead Cook Courtyard Marriott El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott El Cajon

Kitchen Manager/Lead Cook

Full Time • Courtyard Marriott El Cajon
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance

JOB SUMMARY: The Kitchen Manager/Lead Cook is responsible for supervising daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, consistent presentation, and adherence to food safety standards. This role supports and overseeing line staff, coordinating service flow, monitoring food quality, and maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen. Kitchen Manager/Lead Cook plays a key role in training staff, reducing waste, and delivering an exceptional dining experience for guests. 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 
  • Prepare, cook, and present menu items in accordance with standardized recipes, quality expectations, and portion guidelines. 
  • Complies with all company, hotel, and brand standards to support a safe, efficient, and well-operated hotel environment. 
  • Monitor food quality, taste, freshness, and presentation standards throughout meal periods. 
  • Consistently exhibits a professional presence and conducts all duties with passion, integrity, and adherence to company values. 
  • Ensure proper handling, rotation, labeling, and storage of food and ingredients (FIFO). 
  • Maintain adherence to all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations. 
  • Ensures full compliance with established company, hotel, and brand guidelines regarding food preparation procedures, timing, and temperature requirements. 
  • Train new kitchen employees on cooking procedures, equipment use, safety practices, and station responsibilities. 
  • Maintain kitchen organization, cleanliness, and equipment functionality; report maintenance or safety concerns promptly. 
  • Assist with inventory control, including tracking usage, minimizing waste, and communicating supply needs. 
  • Ensure accurate preparation of allergen-friendly or special-diet requests. 
  • Work collaboratively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth communication and service flow. 
  • Perform opening and closing kitchen procedures as assigned. 
  • Provide coverage for other kitchen roles as needed. 
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by General Manager or Assistant General Manager. 

Qualifications and Requirements 
Education 
  • High school diploma or equivalent required. 
Work Experience 
  • One to two (1–2) years of relevant work experience preferred. 
Physical Requirements 
Medium Work 
  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. 
  • Ability to stand and remain active for the duration of the shift. 
  • Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and handling of equipment and materials. 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 
  • Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance. 
  • Availability to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs. 
  • Ability to follow verbal instructions and complete assigned tasks within required timeframes. 
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. 
  • Ability to receive and respond to supervision, feedback, coaching, and disciplinary guidance. 
  • Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey information and expectations. 
  • Ability to make quick, accurate decisions when presented with alternative courses of action. 
  • Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective in fast-paced or high-pressure situations. 
  • Strong listening skills with the ability to understand and address concerns raised by coworkers and guests. 
  • Ability to read and understand chemical product labels and follow proper usage and safety guidelines. 

Benefits/Perks
  • Excellent benefits include: Medical, dental, life, PTO, and 401k with company match for full-time associates
  • We offer an excellent travel discount program.
  • Opportunity to grow, we promote from within
 Excel Hotel Group is a fully integrated property ownership, management, and development company enjoying exciting growth. We believe that our family-driven culture is the backbone of our company. 
Compensation: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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