Line Cook, NOBU (Seasonal) - Hotel del Coronado, A Curio Collection by Hilton

The iconic Hotel del Coronado is looking for a Seasonal Line Cook to join the Nobu team ! Join one of the last surviving wooden Victorian beach resorts in the world and after a $400M renovation and expansion, the resort is more stunning than ever.

Located on Coronado Island just minutes from Downtown San Diego, this 28-acre property was built in 1888 and has over 750 rooms, cottages, and villas with 65,000 square feet of banquet space, and 10 food and beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, 2 bars, a food truck, marketplace, ice cream shop, and in-room dining.

Marking the continued expansion of The Del’s culinary experiences, Nobu Del Coronado will be the newest addition to the world-renowned Japanese restaurant empire founded by NOBU Matsuhisa and Robert De Niro.

Nobu Del Coronado will offer over 3,700 square feet of stunning indoor and al fresco oceanfront dining space, including an outdoor covered patio dining with a pagoda bar and dedicated sushi bar. NOBU del Coronado will spotlight Nobu-signature dishes and their world-renowned sushi, plus locally inspired dishes and cocktails.

• Classification : Seasonal. Starting May 2026 and ending no later than September 8, 2026

• Shift : Various – must be available weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

• Pay Rate : The pay rate for this role is $32.40/hour and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

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What will I be doing?

• Food Preparation & Production: Prepare, season, and cook high-quality dishes according to Nobu's standards, focusing on meat, fish, fowl, sauces, and stocks. Work across different stations within the kitchen, including hot line, grill, sauté, and others as needed.

• Quality Control: Ensure that all food items are cooked and plated to perfection, adhering to the established recipes and presentation standards. Perform regular checks on the quality of ingredients and the final product to guarantee consistency and excellence.

• Station Setup & Organization: Set up your designated station for service, ensuring all necessary ingredients, equipment, and tools are ready and organized for efficient service. Keep your station clean and organized throughout the shift, maintaining a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness.

• Basic Japanese cuisine knowledge preferred

• Cooking & Plating: Cook and plate dishes according to Nobu’s specifications, focusing on timing, precision, and presentation. Ensure that all dishes are served at the proper temperature and in an aesthetically pleasing manner.

• Stock & Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels for your station, ensuring that all ingredients are stocked and properly stored. Communicate with the kitchen team regarding any shortages or equipment needs.

• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with other line cooks, sous chefs, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and the timely preparation of dishes. Communicate effectively with the front-of-house team to ensure the accurate and efficient delivery of orders.

• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to all food safety standards and sanitation guidelines, ensuring a safe and clean kitchen environment. Follow proper food handling procedures, including the storage and rotation of ingredients.

• Performance During Service: Maintain focus and composure during busy service hours, delivering consistently high-quality food, meeting customer expectations, and adhering to timing standards.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs

* Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

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