# Line Cook **Company:** [Millennium Hotels and Resorts](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/44qrjFFDqVPMCFanufiQ7j.md) **Location:** Sunnyvale, United States **Workplace:** on site **Employment type:** Full-time **Department:** M Social Sunnyvale [Apply for this job](http://jobs.workable.com/view/c60a6d58-03f1-4976-940a-163f64f342e2) ## Description ![](https://workablehr.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/photos/700167/224a079236d2cf211d733069fadb2bc1.png) ![](https://workablehr.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/photos/700167/d105ff56c2de27b03803749fd6c03f9a.jpg) **Hotel Name:** M Social Sunnyvale **Location:** Onsite – Sunnyvale, CA **Salary Range:** $25.00 Hourly ### **Join the Team at M Social Sunnyvale** At **M Social Sunnyvale**, we don’t just welcome guests—we create moments, spark connections, and bring energy to every interaction. Designed for the _young at heart_, M Social delivers a bold and vibrant hospitality experience. ### **About M Social Sunnyvale** As the first ground-up M Social in the U.S., this innovative property features 263 rooms, a dynamic courtyard, and the signature Beast & Butterflies social hub. Located in Silicon Valley, the hotel blends technology, design, and social connectivity to create a unique guest experience. As part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader with over 145 hotels across key destinations worldwide, our hotel is backed by a legacy of quality, consistency, and service excellence—driven by a passion for hospitality, an entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and a progressive, solutions-oriented approach." At Millennium, we are guided by our core values: - **Passion for Hospitality** – Delivering meaningful and memorable guest experiences - **Entrepreneurial** – Taking ownership and acting with agility - **Innovation & Progressive** – Continuously improving how we operate and serve - **Solutions & Results Oriented** – Staying adaptable and focused on results These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we create exceptional experiences for our guests and our teams. **About the Role:** As our **Line Cook**, you will prepare and present high-quality menu items for our restaurant, banquets, catering events, and in-room dining while maintaining consistency, efficiency, and food safety standards. You will work alongside a talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences that reflect the creativity and energy of M Social Sunnyvale. This role is ideal for a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. **Your Impact – Culinary Excellence** You will contribute directly to the guest experience by preparing exceptional food with consistency, precision, and attention to detail. Your commitment to quality, teamwork, and efficiency helps ensure every meal exceeds guest expectations. **What You'll Be Doing** **Food Preparation** - Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines - Maintain quality, consistency, and portion control for every dish served - Prepare ingredients by chopping, slicing, portioning, marinating, and organizing mise en place - Ensure food is prepared and served within established ticket times - Assist with banquet, catering, and special event food production as needed **Kitchen Operations** - Set up and stock assigned cooking stations before each shift - Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout service - Restock ingredients and supplies to ensure uninterrupted kitchen operations - Follow opening, closing, and side work procedures - Assist with receiving, storing, labeling, and rotating food products using FIFO practices **Food Quality & Guest Experience** - Ensure every dish meets quality, taste, and presentation standards - Communicate effectively with Sous Chefs, Executive Chef, and service staff - Accommodate guest dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests as directed - Support timely service while maintaining exceptional food quality **Safety & Compliance** - Follow HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and local health department regulations - Maintain proper food temperatures, labeling, and storage procedures - Safely operate kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, ovens, slicers, and mixers - Keep work areas clean and organized to maintain a safe working environment **Team Collaboration** - Work closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, Stewards, and Front-of-House team - Support fellow cooks during busy service periods - Participate in daily kitchen meetings and training sessions - Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture **Continuous Improvement** - Maintain knowledge of menu items and culinary techniques - Assist with menu tastings and new recipe implementation - Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce food waste - Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow within the culinary team ## Requirements - Passion for hospitality and culinary excellence - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment - Excellent teamwork and communication skills - Strong organizational and time management abilities - Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules **Technical / Role-Specific Requirements** - Minimum 1–2 years of line cook experience, preferably in a hotel, resort, or full-service restaurant - Knowledge of culinary techniques, knife skills, and food preparation methods - Experience working multiple stations including grill, sauté, pantry, fryer, or breakfast preferred - Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures - Food Handler Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire - Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment **Preferred Qualifications** - Experience in a lifestyle hotel or upscale dining environment preferred - Banquet or catering production experience is a plus - Culinary school education or formal training is beneficial - Bilingual abilities are a plus **Physical Requirements** - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift - Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds - Ability to work safely in hot, fast-paced kitchen environments - Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive motions throughout the workday **Education** - High school diploma or equivalent preferred - Culinary degree or formal culinary training is a plus - Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered ## Benefits At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, we support our employees with a competitive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing and long-term success: - Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance - Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage - 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match (where applicable) - Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays - Hotel Room Discounts across our global portfolio - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) _Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and company policy._ **Why Join Us** At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, you’re not just taking on a role—you’re joining a global organization committed to people, performance, and growth. Whether you’re supporting operations behind the scenes or delivering service on the front line, your work contributes to a culture focused on hospitality, collaboration, and results. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact, we invite you to join our team.