Cook 1| Surfcaster | Full Time

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Hotels & Resorts is looking for a dedicated Line Cook 1 at the Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa. In this role, you will prepare food items while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will have culinary experience, knowledge of kitchen equipment, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.

Join a supportive team that values respect and growth opportunities. If you are enthusiastic about food and customer service, apply today!

Qualifications

• 3 years of culinary experience preferred.
• Unexpired Food Handlers certification required.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours and work in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items under supervision following company guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations and comply with health standards.
• Attend required department meetings and trainings.

Skills

Culinary skills

Knife skills

Sanitation knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

Tools

Culinary equipment

Food slicing machine

Job description

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

At Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa, guests enjoy 3.5 miles of beach, scenic marshlands, luxurious oceanfront accommodations, world‑class golf, dining, family‑friendly activities and a full‑service spa.

Our associates are part of a dynamic, supportive team that values respect, gratitude, and empowerment. We offer hands‑on training, growth opportunities, and the pride of working for a company known for exceptional service. If you are friendly, motivated, and passionate about serving others, Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa may be your perfect fit.

Overview

The Line Cook 1 ensures all prep items are prepared and stored according to hotel specifications.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares all food items as directed by supervisor and to the company specifications.
• Ability to work on an outlet hot/cold line executing menu items in the specified timeline for each meal period.
• The ability to identify and inspect all food products for quality.
• Follow all storage procedures when taking food out of walk‑in and when returning food to walk‑in.
• Safely and properly use all culinary equipment.
• Must have a solid and demonstrated understanding of cooking skills and techniques.
• Keep walk‑in, prep area and equipment up to Health Department and EcoSure standards at all times.
• Attend department meetings and other company required trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Proper use and care of cooking utensils and equipment, pots, pans, dishware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machine, knives, salad spinner.
• Proper care and cleaning of all kitchen equipment.
• Experience with oven, grill/stove burners, microwave appliances, robot coupe, mechanical choppers.
• 3 years of culinary experience preferred; well‑versed in operation of at least one culinary station.
• Knowledge of basic kitchen preparation, knife skills, sanitation, and safety.
• Ability to remain active, including standing for 8+ hours per day.
• Flexible scheduling to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be familiar with weights and measures to follow and multiply standard recipes.
• Must have basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
• Culinary degree and/or formal training preferred.
• Must have an unexpired Food Handlers certification – or obtain upon hire.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry moderate weight.
• Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending and twisting.
• Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and taste/smell.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available. The OFCCP Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement is also available.

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to [e-mail].