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Cook Part-Time (Restaurant & Banquets) DoubleTree by Hilton Portland Part-Time | Flexible Shifts | Days Evenings Weekends Holidays Cook with Purpose. Create Experiences. Be Part of the Team.

At DoubleTree by Hilton Portland, every meal helps create memorable guest experiences. We're looking for dependable, energetic, and passionate Part-Time Cooks to join our culinary team. Whether your experience is in restaurants, hotels, banquets, catering, breakfast service, or high-volume kitchens, this is an opportunity to work alongside an outstanding team while building your culinary career.

If you enjoy preparing great food, working in a fast-paced environment, and being part of a kitchen that values teamwork and quality, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Flexible Part-Time Scheduling

Hilton Team Member Travel Discounts Worldwide

Career Growth Opportunities (Cook I Cook II Cook III Kitchen Leadership)

Positive, Team-Oriented Kitchen Culture

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members

Free Employee Meals During Shifts

Employee Recognition Programs

What You'll Do

1. Prepare and cook high-quality meals for both restaurant guests and banquet events
2. Set up and maintain your assigned station before each shift
3. Prepare meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, and side dishes according to recipes
4. Execute breakfast, lunch, dinner, and banquet production as assigned
5. Maintain consistency, presentation, and portion control on every plate
6. Support banquet production during weddings, conferences, meetings, and special events
7. Work closely with fellow cooks, chefs, stewards, and servers to ensure exceptional guest experiences
8. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation throughout every shift

Core Responsibilities

Prepare daily production lists accurately

Read and follow standardized recipes

Cook broiled, grilled, sauteed, roasted, and baked menu items

Inspect ingredients to ensure freshness and quality

Rotate and store food using proper food safety procedures

Monitor food temperatures for cooking, cooling, reheating, and storage

Follow all health department regulations and sanitation standards

Practice safe knife handling and proper equipment operation

Support restaurant and banquet operations during busy service periods

Assist teammates wherever needed to keep service running smoothly

What Sets You Apart

You work with urgency without sacrificing quality

You take pride in producing consistently great food

You stay calm and focused during busy meal periods

You enjoy working as part of a collaborative kitchen team

You understand that cleanliness, organization, and food safety matter

You take ownership of your station and your work

What You Bring

1. Current Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain one)
2. Restaurant, hotel, banquet, catering, or commercial kitchen experience preferred
3. Experience with saute, grill, broiler, breakfast, prep, or banquet cooking is a plus
4. Knowledge of food preparation techniques and commercial kitchen equipment
5. Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles
6. Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and production schedules
7. Strong communication skills and a positive team attitude
8. A passion for hospitality and creating memorable dining experiences

Ideal Experience

We welcome applicants with experience as:

Line Cook

Prep Cook

Banquet Cook

Breakfast Cook

Grill Cook

Restaurant Cook

Hotel Cook

Catering Cook

Kitchen Cook

Sous Chef Assistant

Physical Requirements

1. Standing and walking for extended periods
2. Lifting and moving food products and kitchen supplies
3. Working in hot kitchen environments
4. Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and lift throughout the shift
5. Working efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen

Ready to Join the Team?

At DoubleTree by Hilton Portland, our kitchen is more than a place to cook-it's where teamwork, creativity, and hospitality come together to create memorable experiences for every guest.

If you're looking for a part-time cooking position where your skills are appreciated, your teammates support one another, and opportunities to grow are always on the menu, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the culinary team that keeps DoubleTree by Hilton Portland serving excellence every day.

DoubleTree by Hilton Portland is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member can grow and succeed.

Employment Type: PART_TIME