Prep Cook

Fripp Island Hospitality; South Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is seeking a Prep Cook to support restaurant, retail, grab-and-go, catering, and event operations through accurate bulk production, ingredient preparation, portioning, labeling, storage, and sanitation. Previous prep or professional kitchen experience is preferred, but dependable entry-level candidates with strong aptitude and willingness to learn may be considered.

The role offers hands-on training and opportunities to advance within a team built on respect and

Qualifications

• Previous prep or professional kitchen experience is preferred; entry-level candidates may be considered based on reliability, aptitude, and willingness to learn.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with commercial kitchen procedures are preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes, measurements, labels, instructions, and production timelines accurately.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume production environment.
• Food-handler certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Strong organization, reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• No degree requirement and no fixed minimum number of years.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily prep and production lists accurately and on time.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, stocks, soups, vegetables, proteins, grains, and other approved products.
• Support grab-and-go, packaged-food, catering, banquet, and event production.
• Portion, label, date, cool, store, and rotate products according to approved standards.
• Assist with receiving, product storage, inventory counts, transfers, and waste tracking when assigned.
• Follow food-safety, allergen, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, prep areas, floors, drains, tools, and shared workspaces, including closing duties.
• Communicate shortages, quality concerns, production delays, and equipment issues promptly.
• Work across trained outlets or production assignments based on seasonal and business needs.
• Perform other reasonable duties related to the position, training, and operational needs.

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

About the Organization The heart of any organization is the staff that keeps it running. Fripp Island is often like family to its employees, many of whom have worked here over 10 years and in some cases over 20 years! We are fortunate enough to get to come to this beautiful island every day - we work where you play!
Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is one of the best South Carolina beach resorts, offering a wide selection of Fripp Island resort rentals, two top-ranked golf courses, several pools and dining options, a full service marina, tennis, pickle ball, an activity center, many on-island activities, and one of the most picturesque beaches you'll find anywhere.

Open Date 10/1/2026

Category Food & Beverage

Position Line Cook

Join the Opening Team at the New Beach Club

Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is preparing to open the newly reimagined Beach Club Restaurant—and we are building an exceptional team to bring it to life.

Located in the heart of Fripp Island’s Beach Club complex, this new restaurant will combine a relaxed coastal setting with warm, attentive hospitality and consistently excellent food and beverage experiences. More than a restaurant opening, this is an opportunity to help establish the culture, service standards, and traditions of a destination our members and resort guests will enjoy for years to come.

We are seeking energetic, dependable, and hospitality-minded people for culinary, service, bar, support, and leadership positions. Whether you are an experienced hospitality professional or looking to grow your career, you will receive hands-on training and the opportunity to become part of a team built around respect, teamwork, accountability, and genuine care for our guests.

Opening a restaurant is a unique experience. Every team member plays a part in shaping how we work, how we serve, and how our guests feel. If you take pride in your work, enjoy creating memorable experiences, and want to help build something special from the beginning, we invite you to apply and join the opening team at the new Beach Club.

Why Join Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort?

Working with us means becoming part of a team dedicated to excellence while enjoying the unique lifestyle of island resort hospitality. Our team members enjoy:

• Access to resort amenities
• Beach access
• Food and merchandise discounts
• Employee referral program
• Paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (Full-time employees)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan

Position Summary

Fripp Island Golf Club & Resort is seeking a Prep Cook to support restaurant, retail, grab-and-go, catering, and event operations through accurate bulk production, ingredient preparation, portioning, labeling, storage, and sanitation. Previous prep or professional kitchen experience is preferred, but dependable entry-level candidates with strong aptitude and willingness to learn may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily prep and production lists accurately and on time.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, stocks, soups, vegetables, proteins, grains, and other approved products.
• Support grab-and-go, packaged-food, catering, banquet, and event production.
• Portion, label, date, cool, store, and rotate products according to approved standards.
• Assist with receiving, product storage, inventory counts, transfers, and waste tracking when assigned.
• Follow food-safety, allergen, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, prep areas, floors, drains, tools, and shared workspaces, including closing duties.
• Communicate shortages, quality concerns, production delays, and equipment issues promptly.
• Work across trained outlets or production assignments based on seasonal and business needs.
• Perform other reasonable duties related to the position, training, and operational needs.

Qualifications

• Previous prep or professional kitchen experience is preferred; entry-level candidates may be considered based on reliability, aptitude, and willingness to learn.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with commercial kitchen procedures are preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes, measurements, labels, instructions, and production timelines accurately.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume production environment.
• Food-handler certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Strong organization, reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• No degree requirement and no fixed minimum number of years.

Schedule Expectations

Hourly, non-exempt position; full-time, part-time, or seasonal schedules may be available based on assignment.

Availability may include early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays, peak seasonal periods, and special events.

Schedule and work location may change based on production, event, retail, and outlet needs.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, and repetitive preparation work.
• Ability to work safely around heat, cold, steam, sharp tools, wet floors, chemicals, and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to lift and move customary food, packaging, equipment, and supply loads safely, with assistance when appropriate.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.

Advancement Opportunity

Prep Cooks who demonstrate accuracy, reliability, safe food handling, strong organization, and growing technical capability may be cross trained and considered for advancement to Cook as opportunities become available.

Additional Duties

The responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive. Team members may be assigned other duties reasonably related to their position, training, operational needs, seasonal business, events, and the evolving requirements of Fripp Island Golf Club & Resort.

Position Requirements

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Pay Range

Shift -not applicable-

Req Number FOO-26-00019

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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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