Cook 2 | Surfcaster | Full Time

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa is seeking a Line Cook 2 to prepare dishes on time per menu specifications and collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service. You will work on an outlet hot/cold line, execute menu items within set timelines, and uphold culinary standards.

The role requires at least 2 years of kitchen experience, strong communication, and the ability to follow recipes in a fast-paced environment. Culinary training is strongly preferred and safety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills.
• Basic mathematical skills and understanding of weights and measures.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain knife skills.
• Unexpired Food Handlers certification or obtain upon hire.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently prepare all food items as directed by supervisor and company specs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of culinary fundamentals and techniques.
• Work on outlet hot/cold line and execute menu items within timelines.
• Stay organized with prep sheets and station guides for service readiness.
• Understand proper use of culinary equipment and safe handling procedures.
• Present plates meeting specifications and communicate with team members.
• Maintain positive, professional attitude under pressure and attend department meetings.
• Complete other duties assigned by management and work a restaurant line.
• Lift, push, pull, and carry moderate weight as required.

Skills

Culinary skills

Communication skills

Weights & measures

Recipe following

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

Culinary degree or training

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're friendly, motivated, and passionate about serving others, Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa may be your perfect fit.

Overview

The position of Line Cook 2 ensures that all food is prepared in a timely manner and made according to the menu specifications. Works and communicates effectively with all other kitchen personnel.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently prepare all food items as directed by supervisor and to the company specifications, with limited supervision from management.
• Good knowledge of culinary fundamentals and techniques.
• Ability to work on an outlet hot/cold line executing menu items in the specified timeline for each meal period.
• Ability to stay organized with prep sheets and station guides with an emphasis on managing their own timeline to get ready for service.
• A proper understanding of how to use all culinary equipment properly and safely.
• The ability to do plate presentations that meet our specifications.
• Ability to communicate with other team members.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude in stressful situations.
• Attend required monthly department meetings and company training.
• Complete other duties assigned by management.
• Ability to work a restaurant Line.
• Basic knowledge of knife skills and the different vegetable cuts

Qualifications

• Required to have at least 2 years of culinary experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Must be able to work efficiently without needing immediate supervision from management and work well with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as organizational skills.
• Must have basic mathematical skills and an understanding of weights and measures.
• Able to follow recipes.
• Must have unexpired Food Handlers - or obtain upon hire.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced high pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
• Culinary degree and/or formal training is strongly preferred.
• 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/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:

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