Cook 3

Hyatt Regency; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Estero, Florida, is seeking a Cook III to join its culinary team. The role involves preparing and executing menu items with greater independence while supporting banquet and restaurant operations.

The Cook III will maintain quality, efficiency, and presentation standards, train junior staff, and contribute to a positive kitchen environment. Flexibility with evenings, weekends, and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of culinary experience.
• Experience in banquet operations or high-volume restaurant environments.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, sauces, proteins, and presentation.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks during peak business periods.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and coaching abilities.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items to established culinary standards.
• Independently manage assigned workstations during preparation and service.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and presentation across dishes.
• Assist in training and developing less experienced kitchen staff.
• Support daily kitchen operations and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety compliance.
• Demonstrate sound product knowledge and culinary techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Acknowledge that duties may vary and additional tasks may be required.

Skills

Culinary experience

Banquet operations

Food presentation

Leadership potential

Time management

Flexible schedule

Job description

Organization- Hyatt Regency Coconut Point

Summary

About us

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa is a 462 room property located between Fort Myers and Naples, overlooking Estero Bay. The resort features extensive meeting space, multiple dining options, an 18 hole championship golf course, a semi private island and beach, and a 3 acre pool complex with a lazy river and waterslides. Guests enjoy four pools, private cabanas, a 24 hour StayFit Gym, and the relaxing Stillwater Spa.

Organization- Hyatt Regency Coconut Point

Summary

About us

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa is a 462 room property located between Fort Myers and Naples, overlooking Estero Bay. The resort features extensive meeting space, multiple dining options, an 18 hole championship golf course, a semi private island and beach, and a 3 acre pool complex with a lazy river and waterslides. Guests enjoy four pools, private cabanas, a 24 hour StayFit Gym, and the relaxing Stillwater Spa.

Position Summary

The Cook III is a skilled culinary professional responsible for preparing and executing menu items with a greater degree of independence. This position plays a key role in supporting restaurant and banquet operations while maintaining quality, efficiency, and consistency.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and cook food items in accordance with established culinary standards.
• Independently manage assigned workstations during preparation and service periods.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and presentation standards are maintained.
• Assist in the training and development of less experienced culinary team members.
• Support daily kitchen operations and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety compliance.
• Demonstrate sound product knowledge and culinary techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of culinary experience.
• Experience in banquet operations or high-volume restaurant environments.
• Strong understanding of cooking methods, sauces, proteins, and food presentation.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks during peak business periods.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and coaching abilities.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.