Cook at Hotel Indigo

ST JOE RESORT OPERATIONS LLC•Panama City, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for preparing menu items, supporting daily kitchen operations, and maintaining a clean and organized environment. This role includes assisting with ingredient preparation, monitoring inventory levels, caring for kitchen equipment, and help train new team members. The Cook ensures all tasks are completed in accordance with safety, sanitation, and food-handling policies and procedures while meeting St. Joe Hospitality standards.

Requirements

Ability to read product labels and communicate basic job-related information
Basic knowledge of kitchen operations and safe food handling
Previous kitchen or culinary experience in a hotel, resort, or restaurant
Comfort using knives and kitchen equipment safely
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
Ability to maintain professionalism and interact with guests in a friendly manner
Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand for the entire shift
Frequent walking, bending, lifting, and carrying
Ability to carry trays of food or supplies

Nice To Haves

Culinary coursework or certification
ServSafe certification (may be obtained after hire)

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and supervisor instructions
Set up and break down assigned stations and ensure they are ready for service
Assist with ingredient preparation, including washing, peeling, cutting, and chopping as needed
Maintain proper cooking temperatures, times, and techniques to ensure consistency and quality
Transfer ingredients and supplies to and from storage areas and coolers, ensuring proper storage, labeling, rotations, and inventory handling to prevent loss or waste
Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including but not limited to equipment, prep areas, utensils, workstations, and storage
Preform routine and deep cleaning and sanitations tasks, and trash removal as required
Assist with unloading, organizing, and storing food deliveries
Maintain St. Joe Hospitality standards for safety and sanitation while meeting or exceeding local, state, and federal health and safety regulations
Maintain a general knowledge of guest offerings to answer basic questions when needed
Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or maintenance concerns immediately
Attend scheduled meetings and trainings and contribute suggestions for improvement
Perform other duties as assigned