We are excited to invite you to join our amazing team at Las Palmeras.  Having been named in Newsweek’s “Top Global 100 Most Loved Workplaces®” list, our focus is on our culture of putting people first.  Las Palmeras is located within walking distance to the Orange County Convention Center and adjacent to Universal’s new theme park, Epic Universe, currently in development.  Our newly renovated 290 unit resort offers exciting employment opportunities and growth potential. Our resort has an outstanding opportunity to help our guests have a great time in creating wonderful vacation memories while developing our skills and grow in our career.

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Benefits:

• Day 1 Health Benefits Eligibility: Excellent health care options, including medical, dental, and vision
• Recognition Programs and Rewards
• Travel Discounts Program
• Outstanding Paid Vacation Program and Paid Sick Days
• Employee Assistance Program that supports your physical and mental wellbeing
• 401(k) program with company match
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Employee Stock purchase program
• Numerous learning and advancement opportunities
• And more!

We are looking for a Grill Cook to join our fantastic team! This is an outstanding opportunity for you. We have a fun, encouraging culture with top-notch training and benefits.

What will I be doing?

• A Grill Cook is primarily responsible for the preparation of food to the highest quality and maintaining work area by following all Company and food safety guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to specs and stock and keep kitchen and all areas clean.
• Assure that food area is keep clean and it is stored properly at the end of each shift according to health specifications.
• Ensure that food items are ticketed and dated with employee name to ensure freshness and that stocked items are received and accounted for.
• Assist in all areas of the Kitchen. Wash all work areas including refrigerator and utensils used and keep trash and boxes broken down and remove to proper area.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment and dishes
• Assure all food is rotated and labeled with date, time and employee name.
• Stock all foods in cooler and proper shelves to meet department of health regulations. Record and report all loss food due to spoiling and over production.
• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established and revised by HGVC from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Carries out all reasonable requests by management.

What are we looking for?

To fulfill this role successfully, you must possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:

• 1-2 years previous culinary experience to include grill and cold prep
• High School / GED
• Great teamwork skills and attention to detail

It would be helpful in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Current food safety certification

HGV was awarded four out of five stars for fostering a culture of work-life balance and family-friendly benefits, and is one of Newsweek’s « America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families. » Over the past 30 years, the highest honor we’ve received is the continued loyalty of our Owners, Members and Guests. We’ve also earned accolades for the remarkable work of our dedicated Team Members throughout our resorts, call centers and corporate offices.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Don’t wait! Apply Today.