Cook II

All Jobs; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cypress of Hilton Head is seeking a hospitality-focused Line Cook II for full-time work in a fast-paced Food & Beverage department. You’ll prepare, cook, and plate meals, keep the kitchen clean, and follow strict safety protocols.

Starting compensation is $20.00 per hour. Shifts are day/evening with a flexible schedule, including every other weekend. Join a team dedicated to high-quality meals and a safe, efficient kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow recipes.
• Completion of sanitation course or related food service course preferred.
• Cooking experience in a fast-paced environment required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Wash and peel fruits and vegetables, and weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Prepare special dietary meals as required.
• Set up serving lines and serve food in proper portions to ensure a consistent dining experience.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area, including dishes and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize food contact surfaces before use to prevent contamination.
• Test foods to ensure they are cooked to the appropriate standards.
• Monitor food quality continuously while preparing dishes.
• Use a variety of kitchen equipment, including blenders, mixers, grinders, and slicers.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers efficiently.
• Evaluate the condition of equipment and make recommendations for replacements as needed.
• Prepare and produce bread and bakery products as required.
• Keep accurate records of diets and food temperatures.
• Attend meetings and in-service training sessions to stay updated on best practices.
• Train and orient new employees on safety and sanitation procedures, food preparation, and other relevant topics.
• Guide staff on cooking and food preparation techniques.
• Counsel subordinates on work-related issues, fostering a supportive work environment.

Skills

Follow recipes

Sanitation knowledge

Cooking experience

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma

Sanitation course or related food service course

Job description

When you work at The Cypress of Hilton Head, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of some of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of our extraordinary journey!

The Cypress of Hilton Head is recruiting for a hospitality-focused Cook I to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands‑on production cooking in our exciting, fast‑paced Food & Beverage Department. Line Cook is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times.

Starting Compensation: $20.00

Status: Full-time

Shift: Day/Evenings

Scheduled: Fluctuates, every other weekend required

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Line Cook II:

As a Cook II at the Cypress of Hilton Head, you will prepare and serve food, maintain a clean kitchen, and adhere to safety and security protocols. Your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Wash and peel fruits and vegetables, and weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Prepare special dietary meals as required.
• Set up serving lines and serve food in proper portions to ensure a consistent dining experience.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area, including dishes and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize food contact surfaces before use to prevent contamination.
• Test foods to ensure they are cooked to the appropriate standards.
• Monitor food quality continuously while preparing dishes.
• Use a variety of kitchen equipment, including blenders, mixers, grinders, and slicers.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers efficiently.
• Evaluate the condition of equipment and make recommendations for replacements as needed.
• Prepare and produce bread and bakery products as required.
• Keep accurate records of diets and food temperatures.
• Attend meetings and in‑service training sessions to stay updated on best practices.
• Train and orient new employees on safety and sanitation procedures, food preparation, and other relevant topics.
• Guide staff on cooking and food preparation techniques.
• Counsel subordinates on work-related issues, fostering a supportive work environment.

Your role as a Cook II will be integral to providing high-quality meals and maintaining a safe, efficient, and clean kitchen environment.

• Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and operational organization.
• Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards at all times.
• Take temperatures for all food items being served.
• Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
• Perform prep duties such as butchering, cleaning fresh fish, etc. in a timely fashion.
• Monitor food waste abuse.
• Work together as a team in providing the members and community with the best service and presentation, while maintaining a helpful attitude.
• Understand the responsibility to report suspected violations of The Cypress Code of Conduct to appropriate persons, The Cypress Compliance Hotline, by completing a Written Report of Suspected Compliance Violation, or by contacting a Corporate Compliance Officer directly.
• Take appropriate precautions to avoid job-related injuries and comply with injury reporting guidelines.
• Embrace The Cypress Hospitality Promises daily.

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow recipes
• Completion of sanitation course or related food service course preferred
• Cooking experience in a fast‑paced environment required

Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu, and COVID-19 vaccine status. Please note that all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or apply for and receive an approved exemption, as a condition of employment.

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