Dinner Cook

The Marcus Corporation • Lake Geneva, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Dinner Cook at Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, you will prepare and cook food items according to menus, expedite orders accurately and promptly, and ensure junior team members perform their duties to established standards. You will prepare station-specific food items according to recipes, monitor storage and portion sizes, maintain cleanliness and sanitation, and uphold food production and presentation standards. The role also includes station setup, breakdown, and preparation work.

Timber Ridge Lodge is an all-season, all-suite destination in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, and part of Grand Geneva Resort. The property features a year-round indoor and outdoor waterpark and is part of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a line cook in a fast-paced, high-pressure, busy work environment.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to use kitchen equipment, including knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, and slicers.
• Knowledge of proper knife handling, techniques, cooking procedures, and basic preparation functions such as cleaning greens and preparing vegetables.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull weights up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a confined space with high noise levels and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Ability to obtain any applicable local, state, or federal license or certification for sanitation, liquor service, or food service.
• Must be able to work a varied schedule that includes days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and work under pressure.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare station-specific food items according to recipes, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Monitor product storage, portion sizes, and special items such as stocks and sauces.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all areas to meet Health Department regulations.
• Ensure equipment is clean, sanitized, and operational.
• Uphold high standards of food production and presentation.
• Maintain personal hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Manage station setup, breakdown, and prep work.
• Follow recipe specifications for all food preparation.
• Expedite orders quickly and correctly as ordered.
• Ensure junior team members perform duties to standards and specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Discounted gym membership
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Free parking
• Two-for-one movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered after 30 days of employment
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED