Breakfast Cook

The Ridge Hotel Lake Geneva; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time-off

Dayforce Wallet access

Staff golf discounts and resort perks

Job summary

Paloma Resorts is seeking a Breakfast Cook at Destination Geneva National to prepare and deliver exceptional breakfast offerings for both the Member Tap and turf areas. You will work in a busy hotel resort kitchen, ensuring high standards of taste, presentation, and portion control.

The role requires collaboration with culinary teams to maintain consistency across dishes, adherence to food safety guidelines, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of breakfast dishes (e.g., breakfast tacos, croissant sandwiches, pancakes, oatmeal, bacon, smoothies) per established recipes and presentation standards.
• Coordinate with the restaurant team to efficiently execute breakfast service and meet guest expectations.
• Utilize proper cooking techniques to achieve optimal flavor, texture, and presentation of breakfast items.
• Monitor cooking times, temperatures, and plating for timely delivery of breakfast orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow HACCP and local health regulations to ensure a safe and clean kitchen environment.

Job description

BREAKFAST COOK at Destination Geneva National

Located inside Destination Geneva National's sprawling 56,000-square-foot Clubhouse, turf kitchen + tap and Member Tap Room offer panoramic golf course and lake views and an inspired menu for indoor, outdoor and to-go dining. As Breakfast Cook, you will play a vital role in preparing and delivering exceptional breakfast offerings out of the singular kitchen serving both the Member’s side (Member Tap) and resort/public side (turf).

Essential Functions

• Prepare a variety of dishes including breakfast tacos, croissant sandwiches, pancakes, oatmeal, bacon, smoothies, and other breakfast items, following established recipes and presentation standards. Also prep for lunch service, including chili and the daily soup special.
• Ensure the freshness, quality, and consistency of all breakfast offerings.
• Coordinate with the restaurant team to efficiently execute breakfast service and meet guest expectations.
• Utilize proper cooking techniques and methods to achieve optimal flavor, texture, and presentation of breakfast dishes.
• Monitor cooking times, temperatures, and plating to ensure accurate and timely delivery of breakfast orders.
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff to synchronize the preparation of multiple dishes and maintain a smooth breakfast service flow.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including HACCP and local health regulations, to maintain a safe and clean breakfast kitchen environment.
• Properly handle, store, and rotate food products (using FIFO) to ensure freshness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Ensure that all breakfast dishes meet or exceed the resort's standards for taste, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Apply artistic and creative touches to enhance the visual appeal of breakfast plates.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to maintain consistency in breakfast presentation and taste across all dishes.
• Work collaboratively with the breakfast team to ensure efficient breakfast service.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to facilitate smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
• Assist and support other kitchen staff (including in other resort/hotel kitchens) as needed, fostering a positive and cohesive work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for up to 8+ hours per shift
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs occasionally
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and crouching
• Use hands and fingers for chopping, mixing, and plating
• Work in hot, humid kitchen conditions
• See and hear well for food prep, safety, and communication
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time/year-round staff, including health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance; pet insurance; and a 401k retirement plan.
• Paid time-off for full- and part-time associates.
• Option for pay-as-you-earn with Dayforce Wallet.
• Opportunity to work in a stunning resort setting with access to recreational facilities.
• Encouraging and supportive work environment that values creativity and teamwork.
• Potential for professional growth within a dynamic hospitality organization.
• All seasonal and year-round staff receive benefits including complimentary golf, discounts at our dining facilities and Pro Shop, reduced greens fees for your foursome, special hotel rates for friends & family, monthly associate golf tournaments, fitness center discounts, and more.

NOTE: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technology developments) dictate.

Paloma Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.