Overnight Cook

Pier Sixty-Six; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Complimentary team member meals

Paid time off

Job summary

Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced Overnight Cook to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. As part of the culinary team, you'll ensure food quality and safety while adhering to Forbes 5-star standards.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of culinary experience and a technical or vocational school degree. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience in a culinary position.
• Experience in high-volume food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to established standards.
• Maintain food safety standards and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage inventory and communicate shortages to management.
• Work effectively during non-peak hours for prep and cleaning.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Inventory management

Education

Technical, trade, or vocational school degree

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

We currently have an opportunity for a well‑rounded and seasoned Overnight Cook to join the Pier Sixty‑Six Resort team. You will be an integral member of the team that creates distinctively different and authentic culinary experiences for our guests.

Reporting to the Sous Chef, you will support and provide excellent service within our culinary department. This high‑volume position requires a passion for culinary arts and a service‑oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support your team to reach common goals.
• Work in tandem with the In Room Dining manager (IRD) to properly fill orders to guest request.
• Manage yourself during non‑peak hours to work on prep, cleaning projects, and any additional assignments.
• Work with a sense of urgency while maintaining Forbes 5‑star standards ensuring food is expedited to guest rooms with time parameters.
• Inventory stock levels and ensure ingredients and stock are stored properly. Communicate any shortages to management for timely restocking.
• Work with other staff to ensure smooth operations during the overnight shift.
• Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures; maintain temperature and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) logs and maintain appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items.
• Cook, plate food, and prepare recipes according to established standards.
• Complete cleaning according to daily and weekly schedules.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of the fundamentals of the broiler, sauté, fry, roast, moist heat, and other cooking methods.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Operate all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Use basic mathematical skills for recipes, measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes.
• Use sufficient manual dexterity of hand to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slices, etc.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Prepare special meals or substitute items.
• Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator.
• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish.
• Maintain food logs.
• Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared.
• Communicate assistance needed during busy periods.
• Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods.
• Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhere to departmental policies and procedures.
• Follow all company, safety, and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of related work experience.
• Must have a technical, trade, or vocational school degree or experience.

Benefits

• Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Participation in a pre‑tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement.
• An employee assistance program.
• Paid time off/sick time.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Complimentary team member meals.
• Complimentary room nights at CoralTree Hospitality‑managed properties.

Join us in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, building vibrant communities, and shaping the future of travel and hospitality.