Dinner Cook

Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark; Town of Lyons (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal every shift

Discounted gym membership

Room discounts at Marcus Hotels &

Discounts at Marcus Restaurants, Cafes

Free parking

Two for one movie theater coupons

Career growth opportunities

Early wage access

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, part of The Marcus Corporation, seeks a dedicated Dinner Cook to join our culinary team near Lake Geneva. You will prepare and cook menu items, expedite orders, and guide junior team members to achieve standards in a fast-paced resort kitchen.

Located at Grand Geneva Resort, Timber Ridge offers year-round waterpark fun, golf, spa, and dining. We provide meal perks, flexible schedules, strong benefits, 401k matching, and career growth across Marcus properties.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a line cook in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Manual dexterity to use kitchen equipment.
• Knife handling and basic prep skills.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand long hours in hot/noisy environment.
• Must obtain sanitation/licensing as required.
• Flexible schedule including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare station-specific items per recipes with quality and consistency.
• Monitor storage, portions, stocks, and sauces.
• Maintain cleanliness to Health Department standards.
• Keep equipment clean, sanitized, and operational.
• Uphold high standards of production and presentation.
• Maintain hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Manage station setup, breakdown, and prep work.
• Follow recipe specifications for all prep.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Line cook

Fast-paced

Knife skills

Food prep

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Knives

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Description

Are you ready to make waves, unleash your culinary talents, and leave a lasting mark? An exceptional career opportunity awaits you! We're searching for a passionate individual to join our team and elevate the unparalleled guest experience that defines us. As a Dinner Cook at Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking all food items according to menus, expedite orders quickly and correctly as ordered, and ensuring junior members of team are performing duties to standards and specifications.

Tucked within historic Lake Geneva, Timber Ridge Lodge at the Grand Geneva Resort, is the only all-season, all-suite, destination of its kind in the Midwest. Featuring 50,000 square feet of year-round, indoor/outdoor waterpark excitement, Timber Ridge Lodge is a family bonding adventure that's soaked in memories. Just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, this property is also home to two championship golf courses, WELL Spa and fitness center, Mountain Top Ski Park, award-winning restaurants, and 1300 acres of picturesque grounds.

What you will be doing:

• Prepare station-specific food items according to recipes, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Monitor product storage, portion sizes, and special items like stocks and sauces.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all areas to meet Health Department regulations.
• Ensure equipment is clean, sanitized, and operational.
• Uphold high standards of food production and presentation.
• Maintain personal hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Manage station setup, breakdown, and prep work.
• Follow recipe specifications for all food preparation.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience as a line cook in a fast paced, high pressure, and busy work environment.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Knowledge of proper knife handling, techniques, and cooking procedures and basic prep functions (i.e. cleaning greens, prepping vegetables).
• Ability to lift, push, or pull weights up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods, work in a confined space with high levels of noise and frequent interruptions, and perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Ability to obtain any local, state or federal license or certification for sanitation, liquor service, or food service certification.
• Must be able to work a varied schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, holidays and the ability to work under pressure.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

What's in it for you:

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Discounted gym membership
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Free parking
• "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match
• And more!

About us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S. based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark is an equal opportunity employer.