Cook III - Beach Club

The Breakers Palm Beach; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Breakers Palm Beach is seeking a Cook III for the Beach Club kitchen, a high-volume, fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You will prepare dishes to established recipes, plate to guidelines, and uphold rigorous food safety standards.

You will lead station setup with minimal supervision, mentor Cook I/II, and collaborate across stations to ensure quality and efficiency. Strong knife skills and professional kitchen experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Proficiency in a la carte food preparation.
• Advanced cooking skills and knife techniques.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Openness to feedback and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts.
• Knowledge of meat and fish fabrication.
• Familiarity with stock and sauce production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to specified standards and recipes.
• Set up and maintain workstations with precision and efficiency.
• Assist in mentoring Cook I and Cook II team members.
• Communicate openly and constructively with team members and management.
• Ensure adherence to HACCP guidelines for kitchen cleanliness and food safety.
• Contribute to menu planning, garnish preparation, and plating.
• Collaborate with other kitchen stations to support overall food preparation process.

Skills

Proven experience in a professional k…

La carte preparation

Advanced cooking & knife skills

Strong organizational skills

Openness to feedback

Flexible shifts

Meat & fish fabrication

Stock & sauce production

Job description

Job Summary

The Cook III position at the Beach Club involves working in a high-volume, fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment. The primary responsibilities include preparing food according to established recipes, plating guidelines, and food safety standards. The role requires a positive and proactive attitude, especially during busy periods, and an emphasis on maintaining a safe work environment. This position involves setting up stations with minimal supervision, demonstrating advanced cooking and knife skills, and overseeing multiple a la carte stations. The Cook III will also support and mentor Cook I and Cook II team members, communicate effectively, and uphold high standards of cleanliness and food handling practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Proficiency in a la carte food preparation
• Advanced cooking skills and knife techniques
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Openness to feedback and continuous improvement
• Flexibility to work varying shifts
• Knowledge of meat and fish fabrication
• Familiarity with stock and sauce production

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to specified standards and recipes
• Set up and maintain workstations with precision and efficiency
• Assist in mentoring Cook I and Cook II team members
• Communicate openly and constructively with team members and management
• Ensure adherence to HACCP guidelines for kitchen cleanliness and food safety
• Contribute to menu planning, garnish preparation, and plating
• Collaborate with other kitchen stations to support overall food preparation process

This role is ideal for a skilled and motivated individual with a passion for culinary arts and a commitment to delivering high-quality dishes in a dynamic kitchen environment.