PM Cook (FT)

Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort in Michigan is seeking a Cook who will coordinate kitchen activities while preparing delicious meals for guests. The position involves managing food inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring high-quality standards. Ideal candidates should have culinary training along with at least two years of experience in food preparation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working in food preparation position.
• Culinary training or extensive cooking experience.
• Current safe food handling certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in activities of kitchen personnel.
• Prepare food according to recipes while maintaining sanitation standards.
• Handle high volume a la carte production.

Skills

Ability to prepare food according to food handlers guidelines

Knowledge of cooking procedures

Ability to communicate

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Multi-tasking

Education

Culinary training

Safe food handling certification

Job description

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Acme, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM

SUMMARY

Coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other kitchen personnel engaged in preparing and cooking foods for the Resort by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Estimates food consumption, and requisitions or purchases foodstuffs
• Receives and examines foodstuffs and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications
• Must be able to handle high volume of a la carte line production
• Cooks or otherwise prepares food according to recipe
• Cuts, trims, and bones meats and poultry for cooking
• Portions cooked foods, or gives instructions to workers as to size of portions and methods of garnishing
• Complete all assignments requested
• Maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety
• Keep waste and spoilage to a minimum by proper rotation, storage, and usage of all food items
• Must follow proper grooming and dress standards set forth by the Employee Handbook
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitation of own area
• Maintain open line of communication with supervisor
• Follow opening and closing procedures
• Report to managers when something is broken or needs repair
• Keep a clean, stocked and tidy workspace in accordance with Health Department guidelines
• Must understand and abide by environmental practices of the resort
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Culinary training or extensive cooking and production experience
• Must have a minimum of 2 years working in food preparation position
• Must have a current safe food handling certification

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to do repetitive work
• Able to prepare food according to food handlers guidelines
• Knowledge of cooking procedures
• Able to communicate with Prep Cooks & Wait staff
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of safety rules for kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of where and how everything is stored
• Able to work all shifts and holidays
• Able to work in a high pace and hot environment
• Able to multi-task
• Be able to self-motivate in work environment
• Able to follow written or verbal instructions

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (If applicable)

N/A

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, listen, taste and smell
• Must be able to stand for long period of time; frequently required to sit
• Must be able to lift more than 50 Ibs., push heavy carts, and bend, stretch, kneel, lift, carry, and reach
• Safety Sensitive – positive will work daily with knives, slicers, hot oil, and gas stoves

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS

• Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with an emergency
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful and compromising situations while remaining focused and professional
• Must be able to deal with difficult people without losing perspective
• Must be able to work productively under strict time restraints with variable deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes crowded, loud, warm, hot and humid environment. May be required to work in a confined space. Must follow all safety policies, procedures and standards as set by OSHA and the Health Department. Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

COMMENTS

Native American Preference will apply. Must be able to pass a background investigation and a drug test as a condition of employment. Must be able to work flexible hours and take on additional responsibilities when asked. Must adhere to company policies regarding strict confidentiality.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Any qualifications to be considered an equivalent in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Director of Human Resources.

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Acme, Michigan, United States of America