Lead Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen Leader

Kiawah Island Golf Resort; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiawah Island Golf Resort is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise kitchen staff, ensure accurate recipe execution, and uphold strict sanitation standards in a fast-paced hotel setting.

The role requires experience in culinary operations, strong leadership, and the ability to train others while maintaining high food quality and safety. Applicants should be prepared for a demanding environment with variable heat and shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience in culinary field minimum.
• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate required.
• Ability to communicate in English with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.
• Food handling certificate preferred.
• Culinary college degree preferred.
• Sanitation Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow all established processes and procedures.
• Rotate, label and date all food on station.
• Maintain clean and organized workstation and proper equipment handling.
• Communicate with stewarding and service staff efficiently.
• Adhere to state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements.
• Assist in training and leading cooks in their area of proficiency.
• Prepare and follow recipes and adjust quantities as needed.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while meeting production timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

English communication

Math computations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary college degree

Food handling certificate

Sanitation certificate

Job description

Kiawah Island Golf Resort is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise kitchen staff, ensure accurate recipe execution, and uphold strict sanitation standards in a fast-paced hotel setting.

The role requires experience in culinary operations, strong leadership, and the ability to train others while maintaining high food quality and safety. Applicants should be prepared for a demanding environment with variable heat and shift patterns.