Cook 1, 2, or 3 - Resort Kitchens

**Job Title:** Cook **Department:** Food & Beverage **Reports To:** Executive Chef / Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager ### Position Summary The Cook is responsible for preparing high quality food items in accordance with resort standards, recipes, and presentation guidelines. This role supports daily kitchen operations while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, team oriented, and passionate about delivering an exceptional dining experience in a fast paced beach resort setting. We will be considering candidates across 3 levels of skill. Pay will be based on skill level within the advertised range. ### Key Responsibilities - Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards - Assist with food prep, line cooking, and plating for restaurant service, banquets, and special events - Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas - Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations - Properly handle, label, store, and rotate food products to ensure freshness and minimize waste - Communicate effectively with kitchen leadership and front of house teams to support smooth service - Assist with receiving and stocking kitchen supplies as needed - Support team members and assist in other kitchen duties as assigned ### Qualifications and Experience - Previous cooking experience in a restaurant, hotel, or resort environment preferred - Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety practices - Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detail - Strong teamwork skills and a positive, service oriented attitude - Availability to work flexible schedules, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays ### Physical Requirements - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time - Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds - Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions - Ability to work in a kitchen environment with varying temperatures, including heat and humidity ### Work Environment This position is based in a high energy, beach resort kitchen environment and may involve exposure to hot surfaces, sharp tools, and wet or slippery floors.