Lead Cook, Primero Cantina - Signia by Hilton at La Cantera Resort and Spa

The beautiful Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort and Spa is looking for a Lead Cook to join their culinary team at Primero Cantina!

Set in the heart of San Antonio’s Hill Country, Signia by Hilton La Cantera is a modern luxury resort known for elevated hospitality, high‑volume culinary operations, and a strong commitment to chef‑driven food. It’s a fast‑paced, professional kitchen environment with room to learn, grow, and shine. Tucked within the resort lies Primero Cantina, a modern Mexican restaurant celebrating bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and elevated coastal-inspired cuisine where guests can enjoy the views of the Texas Hill Country.

Primero Cantina motivates cooks the chance play a key role in executing scratch-made dishes while upholding high culinary and hospitality standards in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting!

Check us out: Primero Cantina | Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort and Spa

The ideal Lead Cook candidate is a skilled, reliable culinary professional who thrives in a fast‑paced kitchen and leads by example. Candidates must have at least 2 years of restaurant line cook experience and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Flexible availability is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Prior experience in an entry‑level leadership role is preferred but not required. This role is ideal for a motivated cook ready to support kitchen operations, guide team members, and uphold high standards of quality, consistency, and teamwork.

What will I be doing?

As a Lead Cook, you would be responsible for preparing, producing and working the line for Primero Cantina in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards

• Create daily and weekly prep lists to support service needs

• Delegate prep items and tasks to cooks and kitchen teams efficiently

• Train and onboard new staff and cooks on kitchen operations, procedures, and SOPs

• Perform line checks and ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards are met

• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times

• Maintain accurate daily prep logs and proper labeling for walk‑in coolers and storage areas

• Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner

• Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products

• Stock and maintain designated food station(s)

• Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen

• Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations

• Prepare requisitions for supplies and food items, as needed

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

• Parental leave to support new parents

• Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*

• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

• Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount

• 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

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!