Skilled Line Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen Team

Swan Lake Resort; Plymouth (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Lake Resort in Plymouth, IN is seeking a Kitchen Cook to support daily food preparation and service. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and cook dishes to meet quality standards under the chef's guidance.

The role emphasizes speed, teamwork with servers and kitchen staff, plus strict hygiene and safe handling of food. Prior kitchen experience and basic knife skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 2 years of cooking experience in a professional kitchen.
• Basic understanding of food safety, knife skills, and various cooking methods.
• Physical stamina to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 pounds.
• ServSafe certification is often required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Station setup: stock and prep all needed food items, tools, and ingredients before service begins.
• Food preparation: chop vegetables, slice meats, mix sauces, and cook dishes using grills, fryers, or ovens according to recipes.
• Order execution: cook and plate food quickly and accurately during busy service hours, matching the chef's quality standards.
• Team communication: work smoothly with servers, kitchen staff, and the expediter so food comes out together and on time.
• Kitchen sanitation: clean workspaces, wash utensils, properly store leftovers with date labels, and follow health safety rules.

Skills

Six months to two years experience

Food safety knowledge

Knife skills

Physical stamina

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Swan Lake Resort in Plymouth, IN is seeking a Kitchen Cook to support daily food preparation and service. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and cook dishes to meet quality standards under the chef's guidance.

The role emphasizes speed, teamwork with servers and kitchen staff, plus strict hygiene and safe handling of food. Prior kitchen experience and basic knife skills are essential.