Lead Cook at Lakewood Country Club
About The Position
Step into an exciting career at the legendary Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, located on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Nestled on 550 acres of stunning beauty, the Grand combines rich Southern tradition with modern luxury to offer world-class guest experiences. Our signature restaurants and a reinvention of all dining operations celebrate culinary excellence. With nine unique dining venues on the property, talented chefs curate inventive breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner menus that spotlight honest farm-to-table fare, alongside iconic cocktails that enhance these brilliant meals. At the Grand, culinary tradition meets new South innovation, creating unforgettable dining experiences that reflect the art of gastronomy. As a Lead Cook, you will supervise the kitchen staff in the absence of the Chef and ensure the highest standards of food quality and preparation. This role requires strong leadership, providing guidance and training to the kitchen associates in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety measures. You will visually inspect and select the freshest ingredients for our diverse menus, follow recipes meticulously, and prepare requisitions for supplies.
Requirements
- Strong leadership skills.
- Ability to provide guidance and training to kitchen associates.
- Proficiency in proper cooking techniques and equipment usage.
- Knowledge of safety measures.
- Ability to visually inspect and select fresh ingredients.
- Ability to follow recipes meticulously.
- Ability to prepare requisitions for supplies.
Responsibilities
- Supervise Kitchen Staff: Lead and train the team in proper cooking techniques, equipment use, and safety procedures.
- Quality Control: Ensure only the freshest ingredients are used by conducting regular sensory evaluations.
- Monitor Production Flow: Oversee food preparation and maintain adherence to cost and quality control standards.
- Health Compliance: Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and adherence to health regulations.
- Daily Operations: Manage kitchen setup, equipment maintenance, and cleanliness for efficient service.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Exclusive Discounts on hotel stays, dining, golf, and retail at PCH properties and worldwide through Marriott
- Opportunities for Growth: Ongoing training and development with room for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
