Second Cook: Join a Founding Spa Kitchen

Yora Nordic Spa | Brownstone; Portland (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Employee wellness privileges and_dis!?

Bistro and retail discounts

Learning, growth and development

Job summary

Yora Nordic Spa is building its founding Kitchen team to craft nourishing, thoughtfully presented meals for guests starting in November 2026. The Second Cook role is full-time and on-site, working alongside a skilled team to follow recipes, maintain quality, and support a growing wellness brand.

The job emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, safety, and a commitment to learning, with opportunities for growth as the brand opens.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience in a restaurant, hotel, resort, cafe or similar food-service environment is preferred.
• A basic understanding of food preparation, kitchen organization and food safety.
• The ability to follow standardized recipes and production instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to food quality and cleanliness.
• The ability to work efficiently and remain organized in a fast-paced kitchen.
• A willingness to learn, receive feedback and develop new culinary skills.
• The ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively as part of a culinary team.
• Appropriate food-safety certification or the willingness to obtain it within the required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned menu items accurately and consistently according to approved recipes and production standards.
• Follow established portions, preparation methods and presentation requirements.
• Complete assigned preparation and production within established timelines.
• Maintain food quality throughout preparation and service and raise concerns before food reaches the guest.
• Support dietary requirements and allergen procedures with accuracy and care.
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, rotation, temperature control and sanitation.
• Use FIFO and established inventory-rotation practices to reduce spoilage and unnecessary loss.
• Maintain a clean, organized, stocked and safe workstation.
• Use kitchen tools and equipment correctly and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Complete assigned opening, production, cleaning and closing responsibilities.
• Maintain consistency and organization during high-volume preparation and service periods.
• Work collaboratively with the Sous Chef, First Cooks and fellow culinary team members.
• Participate actively in training, seek feedback and apply coaching in everyday work.
• Follow recipe yields and portion standards and minimize waste through responsible preparation and product handling.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety knowledge

Recipe following

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary education

Job description

Yora Nordic Spa is building its founding Kitchen team to craft nourishing, thoughtfully presented meals for guests starting in November 2026. The Second Cook role is full-time and on-site, working alongside a skilled team to follow recipes, maintain quality, and support a growing wellness brand.

The job emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, safety, and a commitment to learning, with opportunities for growth as the brand opens.