Apply Share Job Description Posted Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:00 AM Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group's Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems . Hornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.

Position Summary:

As a prep cook, you will prepare food for our events, including cutting, chopping, peeling, etc. and plating food for buffet presentation. You will also assist with processing deliveries and will maintain safe and sanitary work stations at all times. You will also work with the team to ensure safety and sanitation standards are met throughout the galley. This is an excellent opportunity to learn basic cooking skills and progress into other positions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in stocking products from deliveries, maintaining proper rotation and storage Follow food production guidelines, preparing food in the allotted time frame Maintain safe and sanitary food standards Label, date and initial all prepared and stored food products Monitor all work areas consistently throughout shift Clean and organize food and pan storage daily Report any tools / equipment in need of repair or replacement Additional job duties assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

1 to 2 years kitchen prep experience Knowledge of health sanitation codes California Food Handlers certificate Able to obtain TWIC and MMC certification Must be able to understand and communicate with English speaking crew

Grooming:

All crew members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available in the Employee Handbook).

Physical Demands:

Ability to bend, rotate and reach frequently Ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely Ability to maneuver through/in/around small and/or confined areas within the vessel Must be able to maintain both static and dynamic standing balance to complete various duties associated with job Must be capable of performing emergency duties as listed in the vessel's station bill

Work Environment:

Office environment, stairs available. Work is administrative in nature. The majority of work is performed in a Marine environment in both indoor and outdoor conditions with exposure to various temperatures and weather conditions, along with a moderate to loud noise level. The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader. EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. Job Details Pay Type Hourly Employment Indicator Part Time Travel Required No Job Start Date Monday, September 21, 2026 Hiring Min Rate 20 USD Scan this QR code and apply! Download San Diego, CA, USA We use technology, such as cookies, to improve site functionality, personalize content, and analyze web traffic. By clicking "Accept" you also allow us to share information with third party advertising and analytics partners and use your information for advertising and analytics purposes. You can learn more about online tracking in our Cookie Statement Accept Reject Cookie Settings