Lead Line Cook — Multi-Station & Banquet Support

Performance Hospitality; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Flexible work environment

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Performance Hospitality Management (PHM) is seeking a Cook II at B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale to run one or more stations, execute recipes to spec, manage mise en place, and uphold food safety standards.

The role supports banquets and catering, mentors Cook I/Prep staff, and helps keep costs and quality on target. Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of kitchen experience, ServSafe knowledge, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced resort environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1–2+ years professional kitchen experience (hotel/resort or high-volume restaurant preferred).
• Strong knife skills and proficiency on at least two stations; accurate recipe and portion adherence.
• Working knowledge of food safety (ServSafe/HACCP) and allergy protocols.
• Calm under pressure; clear communicator; reliable and punctual.
• Certification: Food Handler required; ServSafe Food Protection Manager preferred (or within 30 days).

Responsibilities

• Set up/break down assigned stations (grill/sauté/fry/garde manger/breakfast); maintain pars, labels, and cleanliness.
• Cook to spec and temperature; plate to presentation standards; meet ticket-time goals.
• Complete daily prep lists; batch sauces/stocks per recipes; verify yields and report variances.
• Support banquets/catering and cold/hot production as scheduled.
• Perform line checks and taste/temperature checks; maintain logs (cooling, holding, cleaning).
• Follow ServSafe/HACCP practices (FIFO, allergen awareness, cross-contact prevention).
• Assist with training Cook I/Prep on knife skills, station setup, and recipe execution; model communication on the line.
• Coordinate with Expo, Dish, and FOH for smooth pacing and special requests.
• Date/label and rotate; report 86 items early; minimize waste and over-production; participate in counts/ordering as asked.
• Use/clean equipment safely; report maintenance needs via work orders; keep BOH areas organized.

Skills

Knife skills

Multi-station proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Performance Hospitality Management (PHM) is seeking a Cook II at B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale to run one or more stations, execute recipes to spec, manage mise en place, and uphold food safety standards.

The role supports banquets and catering, mentors Cook I/Prep staff, and helps keep costs and quality on target. Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of kitchen experience, ServSafe knowledge, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced resort environment.