Prep Cook

Island Hospitality Management; Citra (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement plan with matching contributions

Paid Sick and Vacation Time

Employee Assistance Program

Free room nights at properties

Career Growth through in-house training

Job summary

Island Hospitality Management is looking for a Prep Cook for Camp Margaritaville Resort in Citra, Florida. In this role, you will prepare ingredients and assist with cooking to deliver exceptional dishes. Requirements include culinary skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures for food preparation.
• Highly motivated team player with a strong initiative.
• Must effectively handle workplace problems.
• Ability to work well in stressful situations.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage equipment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients according to recipes and standards.
• Assisting with cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Supporting the kitchen team during service.

Skills

Culinary skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Ability to work under stress

Tools

Food and Beverage equipment

Job description

Description

At Camp Margaritaville Resort, we blend laid‑back island vibes with exceptional hospitality to create unforgettable experiences for every guest. From family‑friendly activities to signature Margaritaville celebrations, we deliver fun, escape, and adventure in every moment.

We’re looking for a Prep Cook to bring their culinary skills and passion for quality to our kitchen team. In this role, you’ll support our chefs by ensuring ingredients are prepared to the highest standards, helping us deliver delicious, beautifully executed dishes that exceed guest expectations.

This position may require flexible scheduling availability.

Job Requirements

• Preparing ingredients and food items according to recipes and standards
• Assisting with cooking, plating, and presentation as needed
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
• Following all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Supporting the kitchen team during service to ensure smooth operations

Job Qualifications

• Ability to follow brand and IHM standard operating procedures to prepare food and beverage items
• Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and desire for achievement
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary
• Ability to work well in stressful situations
• Basic knowledge of how to operate all Food and Beverage equipment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The number of hours you will be scheduled to work during the week is variable and is based on guest occupancy, season, staffing and other factors. Island Hospitality is unable to guarantee a specific number of work hours per week.

Training

Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.

Rewarding Benefits Package

• Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA & FSA plans available
• Dependent care FSA
• Identity Theft Protection Insurance
• Commuter benefits including transit & parking
• Pet Insurance
• PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual Wellness Exams
• Employee Assistance Program Wellness Subscriptions including access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services
• Paid Sick and Vacation Time
• Family Leave
• 401(k) Retirement plan - IHM Matches 100% up to 3% of your salary and an extra 50% on the next 2% of your salary. 401(k) is fully vested upon the first contribution

Rewarding Hard Work

• Incentive based bonus program
• Free room nights at our properties and employee discounts within your brand
• Discounts for friends and family within your brand
• Team Member recognition and bonus
• Discounted tickets to theme parks, musical, movies, and more through Tickets at Work
• Career Growth through our in‑house training program with a path personalized to your desired goals
• Referral bonus program to ANY of our locations

Equal Opportunity Employer

Island Hospitality uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization in all municipalities where it is required by law.