Guest-Focused Cook I — Resort Food & Beverage

NDM Hospitality Services; Glen Saint Mary (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Oaks RV Resort is seeking a dependable Cook I to join our Food & Beverage team. The Cook I is responsible for preparing high-quality food items in accordance with recipes, safety standards, and presentation guidelines while delivering an exceptional dining experience for resort guests.

The Cook I will support daily kitchen operations, maintain a clean work environment, and collaborate with the culinary team to ensure efficient service during peak periods.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• ServSafe Certification preferred; may be required within a designated timeframe.
• Minimum one year of professional cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic knife skills and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Assist with food preparation tasks including washing, cutting, chopping, measuring, and organizing ingredients.
• Ensure food quality, taste, appearance, and temperature standards are consistently met.
• Test foods to determine proper preparation and holding temperatures.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly.
• Maintain food production logs, temperature records, cleaning schedules, and assigned checklists.
• Follow proper sanitation, food storage, labeling, and rotation procedures (FIFO).
• Keep workstations, kitchen equipment, storage areas, and surfaces clean and sanitized.
• Assist with inventory control, stock rotation, and receiving deliveries.
• Notify management of low inventory levels, equipment issues, or maintenance needs.
• Communicate menu specials, product shortages, and quality concerns to supervisors and staff.
• Support opening and closing kitchen procedures.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure timely and efficient service during peak periods.
• Adhere to all safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Teamwork

Food safety awareness

Recipe adherence

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Safety Certification

ServSafe knowledge (preferred)

Job description

Island Oaks RV Resort is seeking a dependable Cook I to join our Food & Beverage team. The Cook I is responsible for preparing high-quality food items in accordance with recipes, safety standards, and presentation guidelines while delivering an exceptional dining experience for resort guests.

The Cook I will support daily kitchen operations, maintain a clean work environment, and collaborate with the culinary team to ensure efficient service during peak periods.