Resort Pub Cook — Grow to Cook II/III in a Dynamic Kitchen

Tanque Verde Ranch; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand View Lodge is seeking a skilled Cook to join the Northwoods Pub kitchen. The role involves preparing menu items to recipe standards, maintaining clean stations, and ensuring plates meet quality and temperature expectations. You will work with a team in a high-energy environment within a multi-outlet resort.

Cook level progression is available (I–III). Flexibility to cover other resort kitchens during peak times and weekends is expected as part of a multi-outlet resort kitchen culture, with

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in a restaurant, resort, or food service environment.
• Comfort with the pace and rhythm of a busy kitchen; stay focused and organized when it gets loud and fast.
• Strong time management and the ability to meet deadlines during service without cutting corners on quality.
• Ability to meet skill expectations based on Cook level (I, II, or III) and grow toward the next level.
• Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic reading and writing ability; follow recipes, read safety labels, and complete brief reports.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; one year of equivalent kitchen experience accepted in lieu.
• A valid driver's license may be required for certain assignments involving company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items for the Northwoods Pub according to established recipes, quality standards, and plating expectations.
• Ensure all food is presented well, tastes great, and is served at the correct temperature for every guest.
• Keep your station clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout service.
• Close and sanitize your work area at the end of every shift, meeting or exceeding food safety standards.
• Maintain personal hygiene and a professional kitchen appearance at all times.
• Report equipment issues, low inventory, or supply needs to your supervisor promptly.
• Work collaboratively with your kitchen team and support each other through rush periods.
• Provide coverage in other resort outlets as business levels and scheduling require.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Time management

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Grand View Lodge is seeking a skilled Cook to join the Northwoods Pub kitchen. The role involves preparing menu items to recipe standards, maintaining clean stations, and ensuring plates meet quality and temperature expectations. You will work with a team in a high-energy environment within a multi-outlet resort.

Cook level progression is available (I–III). Flexibility to cover other resort kitchens during peak times and weekends is expected as part of a multi-outlet resort kitchen culture, with