Lead Cook: Creative Cuisine & Kitchen Leadership

PGA National Resort & Spa; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, seeks a Lead Cook to oversee production of food and daily kitchen operations in the chef’s absence. You will work with the Chef to prepare creative cuisine and uphold high standards of cooking and presentation.

The role requires 1–3 years of culinary experience, a self-starting attitude, professional appearance, teamwork, and Florida Food Handlers certification.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of culinary experience.
• Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
• Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of food and daily kitchen operations in the chef’s absence.
• Work with the Chef to prepare creative cuisine and maintain high cooking standards.
• Set up station and operate ovens, stoves, grill, and fryers.
• Ensure quality of food presentation and proper storage of items after service.
• Assist with inventory of produce, fish, meats, dry goods, and liquors.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team player

Food safety awareness

Education

Florida Food Handlers certification

Job description

PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, seeks a Lead Cook to oversee production of food and daily kitchen operations in the chef’s absence. You will work with the Chef to prepare creative cuisine and uphold high standards of cooking and presentation.

The role requires 1–3 years of culinary experience, a self-starting attitude, professional appearance, teamwork, and Florida Food Handlers certification.