Fine Dining - Experienced Cook – Full-Time

Black Desert Resort; Ivins (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Employee dining room

Paid time off

Exclusive resort discounts

Complimentary hotel stay program

Job summary

Black Desert Resort in Ivins, UT is hiring a Full-Time Fine Dining Experienced Cook (Cook I/II) to prepare and execute high-level dishes in a flagship restaurant. You will work across multiple stations, mentor junior cooks, and uphold ultra-premium culinary standards.

The role requires 2–4 years of upscale dining experience, proficiency in core stations, and attention to plating and presentation. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends are expected, with benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–4 years of culinary experience in upscale or fine dining environments.
• Strong proficiency in at least one primary cooking station (sauté, grill, or garde manger).
• Understanding of fine dining techniques, plating, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute menu items with precision, consistency, and adherence to recipes and plating standards.
• Operate efficiently across multiple stations including sauté, grill, garde manger, and plating.
• Maintain strong knowledge of ingredients, preparation methods, and menu composition.
• Ensure proper portioning, timing, and presentation of all dishes.
• Assist in mentoring entry-level cooks and supporting team development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Assist with prep work, mise en place, and station setup prior to service.
• Monitor product quality and communicate any issues to culinary leadership.
• Support inventory management, including proper storage and labeling of products.
• Assist in minimizing waste and maintaining cost control standards.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.
• Uphold Black Desert Resort’s ultra-premium culinary standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Sauté station

Grill station

Garde manger

Tools

Sauté station

Grill station

Garde manger

Job description

Overview

Black Desert Resort is an ultra-premium destination resort in Southern Utah offering elevated dining, luxury accommodations, and curated guest experiences. Basalt is a flagship fine dining restaurant known for refined cuisine, exceptional service, and a high-performance culinary environment.

The Fine Dining Experienced Cook plays a critical role in executing high-level dishes with precision, consistency, and attention to detail.

Job Summary

The Fine Dining Experienced Cook – Full-Time (Cook I / Cook II) is responsible for preparing and executing menu items at a high level of culinary excellence. This role requires strong technical skills, the ability to work multiple stations, and a deep understanding of fine dining standards.

This position operates with a high level of independence, supporting service execution, mentoring junior cooks, and ensuring all dishes meet Basalt’s quality, presentation, and timing expectations.

Job Specifications

Onsite: Black Desert Resort – Basalt RestaurantShift & Schedule Availability: Year-Round / Full-TimePay Rate: $18.00 – $23.00/hour. This is the pay rate we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Why Join Us

• Signature Culinary Experience: Work in a flagship fine dining restaurant.


• Growth Opportunity: Develop advanced culinary skills in a high-performance kitchen.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, 401k with company match, employee dining room, paid time off, exclusive resort discounts, and complimentary hotel stay program.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities including but not limited to

• Prepare and execute menu items with precision, consistency, and adherence to recipes and plating standards.


• Operate efficiently across multiple stations including sauté, grill, garde manger, and plating.


• Maintain strong knowledge of ingredients, preparation methods, and menu composition.


• Ensure proper portioning, timing, and presentation of all dishes.


• Assist in mentoring entry-level cooks and supporting team development.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times.


• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.


• Assist with prep work, mise en place, and station setup prior to service.


• Monitor product quality and communicate any issues to culinary leadership.


• Support inventory management, including proper storage and labeling of products.


• Assist in minimizing waste and maintaining cost control standards.


• Work collaboratively with the culinary and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.


• Uphold Black Desert Resort’s ultra-premium culinary standards.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 2–4 years of culinary experience in upscale or fine dining environments.


• Strong proficiency in at least one primary cooking station (sauté, grill, or garde manger).


• Understanding of fine dining techniques, plating, and presentation.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Strong attention to detail and consistency.


• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
  
• ServSafe certification preferred or ability to obtain.


• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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