Lead Cook

Eilan Hotel and Spa in San Antonio is hirng lead cooks to support its restaurant operations. The Lead Cook supports the Executive Chef r in coordinating daily kitchen operations and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality food. This hands-on role includes guiding and training associates, assisting with purchasing and cost control, and upholding food safety and sanitation practices. Lead Cook plays a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen, while encouraging a positive and respectful work environment.

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!

   

As a Lead Cook, you would be responsible for:

• Complete daily kitchen operations and support BOH team leadership
• Supervise, train, and delegate tasks to line staff (team of 4–5)
• Ensure accurate food preparation, portioning, and presentation standards
• Assist in ordering, receiving, inventory management, and cost control
• Uphold rigorous food safety and cleanliness requirements (ServSafe or equivalent)
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on seasonal menu updates and service changes
• Monitor cleanliness, organization, and equipment maintenance
• Uphold a team culture of dignity, respect, and high performance
• Perform additional duties as assigned by kitchen leadership

Qualifications

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

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a Hotel/Restaurant or high-end kitchen
• Strong background in restaurant operations and culinary fundamentals
• Excellent palate and knowledge of seasonal ingredients
• Food Safety Certification required
• Job involves fast-paced tasks: bending, lifting up to 60 lb., reaching overhead, climbing, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling in limited space.
• Moderate noise, outdoor weather conditions, high places, extreme heat and/or cold.

In addition, the following qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience are preferred:

• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong communication, time management, and team leadership skills
• Availability for both day and evening shifts

 

HGV earned high ratings for encouraging work-life balance and family-friendly benefits. Our team values dedication and hard work from Owners, Members, Guests, and Team Members.

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 accommodate individuals with disabilities during the application process, for job functions, and benefits.

 

As a Lead Cook, you would be responsible for:

• Complete daily kitchen operations and support BOH team leadership
• Supervise, train, and delegate tasks to line staff (team of 4–5)
• Ensure accurate food preparation, portioning, and presentation standards
• Assist in ordering, receiving, inventory management, and cost control
• Uphold rigorous food safety and cleanliness requirements (ServSafe or equivalent)
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on seasonal menu updates and service changes
• Monitor cleanliness, organization, and equipment maintenance
• Uphold a team culture of dignity, respect, and high performance
• Perform additional duties as assigned by kitchen leadership

Qualifications

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

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a Hotel/Restaurant or high-end kitchen
• Strong background in restaurant operations and culinary fundamentals
• Excellent palate and knowledge of seasonal ingredients
• Food Safety Certification required
• Job involves fast-paced tasks: bending, lifting up to 60 lb., reaching overhead, climbing, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling in limited space.
• Moderate noise, outdoor weather conditions, high places, extreme heat and/or cold.

In addition, the following qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience are preferred:

• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong communication, time management, and team leadership skills
• Availability for both day and evening shifts