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You are the culinary artist who transforms the Executive Chef's vision into a flavorful reality. Whether preparing a delicious breakfast, an exquisite lunch, a mouthwatering dinner, or a grand banquet, you take pride in your craft and are dedicated to perfecting every dish. With your attention to detail and passion for cooking, you play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests. The kitchen can be full of action and activity but you thrive in such an environment, while working safely and following the established protocols. You are a professional - knowing how much to order to stay in budget, how much to prepare based on the house count, how to keep a clean kitchen, and how to handle food safely. The Chef has a great kitchen team and you are someone who contributes to that greatness while learning new skills and developing your expertise. In the role of Cook you will:


• Be Great at What You Do - If the Lead Cook, you are a role model in the kitchen for all other staff and have mastered their jobs and are able to train or assist them as needed. As a Line Cook, you know how to prepare delicious high quality food for restaurant and/or banquet guests based on established guidelines and do so every day. If a Pantry/Prep Cook, you are responsible for all cold food items prepared in the kitchen, such as salads, cold appetizers, desserts, sandwiches, salad dressings, etc., so you have a major contribution to every meal. And, if the Breakfast Cook, you help our guests start their day with a hot meal and a smile - an important job.


• Be a Team Player - The Cooks are responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of food items for all outlets and for maintaining a level of professionalism in the kitchen, working in harmony as a team so that the guest gets the food they ordered in a timely manner and leave happy.


• Be an Everything Clean and Organized Fanatic - Professional Cooks know how to keep a work area clean and organized, following all sanitation and safe food handling procedures at every step.


• Be a Safety & Security Agent - following your hotel's established safety and security policies & procedures. Anticipate problems and ask for management assistant as needed.


Join Our Team and Experience the Best of Jekyll Island!


We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate individuals to join our team at one of the most scenic locations in the world Jekyll Island! Not only will you be working in a stunning beachside environment, but you'll also be part of a fun, dynamic team that values both hard work and enjoyment.


Why Work With Us?

• Beachside Bliss : Work steps away from the beach and enjoy a laid-back island atmosphere.
• Employee Perks : Enjoy reduced-price employee meals and a Jekyll Island parking pass.
• Team Spirit : Monthly employee luncheons, fun engagement activities, and team-building events.
• Global Opportunities : Hotel discounts worldwide to make your next vacation unforgettable.
• Great Work Environment : Be part of a positive and friendly team in a place where work feels like play.

Job Requirements


Depending on the role, 1 (year for Pantry/Prep) to 5 years (for Lead) of prior cooking experience in a hotel kitchen or related field preferred with banquet, fine dining, and line experienced required for certain roles. Culinary training in a college setting preferred. Physical requirements include the ability to use various pieces of kitchen equipment efficiently and safely. This job must perform medium work - exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The ability to stand for long periods of time without sitting or leaning. The ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach with your body and arms, ability to work under variable temperatures and noise levels. Near Vision - the ability to see details at close range. Must be able to move quickly and agilely if a situation requiring quick assistance arises, and to work long hours as is often required. Must be able to multi task, must possess good communication skills; must be able to convey and understand information and ideas in English.