Cook III

Westgate Resorts; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Daily pay

Tuition assistance

Life, disability, and more insurance

Job summary

Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa is seeking a motivated cook to join our culinary team in Orlando. You will prepare and cook menu items, adhere to recipe standards, and maintain high safety and sanitation practices across stations.

The role requires 2 years of cooking or food-handling experience, the ability to stand for long periods, and the strength to lift up to 50 pounds. We value integrity, passion, and a strong work ethic in our kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• 2 years of food handling or cook-related experience required.
• High school diploma or GED or 1 year in a similar role with knowledge of restaurant practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored, and served in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes, and plating consistency.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of workstations and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food handling experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The beautiful lakefront Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa offers you the perfect opportunity to meet and share stories with guests who arrive from around the world to experience Central Florida’s world-famous theme parks and attractions. Enjoy the surroundings and excitement that our world-class resort offers when you join the Westgate Lakes team. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Job Description

Cooking is more than just making food. Even our best chefs had to start somewhere! That’s where we come in! Our organized chaos will make you feel like you belong. The only question is, are you ready to turn up the heat?

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored, and served in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes, and plating consistency.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of workstations and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

To excel in this role, you must embody our core values ofintegrity, passion, and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success, and we are looking for someone who shares ourcommitment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of food handling or cook-related experience is required.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and hear. In addition, the employee is occasionally required to taste and smell.
• The team member frequently is required to climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar role with in-depth knowledge of restaurant best practices and cooking methods.

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – AccessYour Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts(FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship– Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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