Cook III: Full Time

Holiday Inn Club Vacations

38d

About The Position

This role is responsible for daily preparation of food products and cooking items to order according to company specifications. The position supports new menu creation and rollout, menu item costing, tracking labor and food costs, and oversees culinary production. It ensures consistently excellent food is prepared correctly, presented attractively, and served promptly to enhance our guests’ and owners’ vacation experience.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Five years of cooking experience, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Ability to follow prescribed procedures and guidelines
Experience tracking labor and food costs
Experience in new menu development
Experience training junior cooks
Self-directed and proactive work style
General knowledge of kitchen equipment
Ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure environment

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

Train junior team members
Lead creative menu enhancements, including costing new items
Assist management with tracking food and labor costs
Read food orders (written or verbal) and prepare multiple dishes simultaneously according to recipes and specifications
Prepare specialty foods with short preparation times, verifying quality and quantity
Wash, cut, and prepare ingredients; clean and restock workstations
Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in food preparation areas
Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, fryers, and griddles
Coordinate cooking schedules and equipment use with managers based on daily menus