Cook I at Watersound Beach Club

Cook I at Watersound Beach Club

WaterSound Beach Club - Watersound, FL 32461

Overview

Position Type Full Time

Description

Sign On Bonus Available!

Job Summary - The Cook is responsible for preparing menu items, supporting daily kitchen operations, and maintaining a clean and organized environment. This role includes assisting with ingredient preparation, monitoring inventory levels, caring for kitchen equipment, and help train new team members. The Cook ensures all tasks are completed in accordance with safety, sanitation, and food-handling policies and procedures while meeting St. Joe Hospitality standards.

Primary Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and supervisor instructions
• Set up and break down assigned stations and ensure they are ready for service
• Assist with ingredient preparation, including washing, peeling, cutting, and chopping as needed
• Maintain proper cooking temperatures, times, and techniques to ensure consistency and quality
• Transfer ingredients and supplies to and from storage areas and coolers, ensuring proper storage, labeling, rotations, and inventory handling to prevent loss or waste
• Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including but not limited to equipment, prep areas, utensils, workstations, and storage
• Perform routine and deep cleaning and sanitation tasks, and trash removal as required
• Assist with unloading, organizing, and storing food deliveries
• Maintain St. Joe Hospitality standards for safety and sanitation while meeting or exceeding local, state, and federal health and safety regulations
• Maintain a general knowledge of guest offerings to answer basic questions when needed
• Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or maintenance concerns immediately
• Attend scheduled meetings and trainings and contribute suggestions for improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience - Ability to read product labels and communicate basic job-related informationBasic knowledge of kitchen operations and safe food handlingPrevious kitchen or culinary experience in a hotel, resort, or restaurantCulinary coursework or certificationServSafe certification (may be obtained after hire)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities - Ability to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work well as part of a team and follow directionsComfort using knives and kitchen equipment safelyStrong attention to detail and commitment to cleanlinessAbility to maintain professionalism and interact with guests in a friendly mannerAbility to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks

Physical Demands - Ability to lift up to 50 lbsAbility to stand for the entire shiftFrequent walking, bending, lifting, and carryingAbility to carry trays of food or supplies

Working Conditions - Indoor kitchen environmentExposure to heat, noise, and a fast-paced settingOccasional prolonged visual attention

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. The St. Joe Company/St. Joe Resort Operations reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.