Line Cook

The Gasparilla Inn•Boca Grande, FL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gasparilla Inn and Club seeks a skilled, dedicated, steady, and career-oriented Line Cook to join its culinary team at its historic, high-end resort in Boca Grande, Florida. The role offers an opportunity to advance a career in a private club and resort environment. The Line Cook prepares menu items to the standards set by the Executive Chef and area chefs, helps maintain quality and smooth kitchen operations, and supports safe, clean, and organized kitchen facilities. The position is on site, non-exempt, and has no on-call requirement. The position is effective October 1, 2025, and requires no travel. The Line Cook must be comfortable working a flexible schedule under pressure, including weekends, nights, holidays, and extended hours as business and event needs require. The role is both administrative and active, and may involve moving equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Working conditions may include adverse weather, loud noise, frequent or extra hours, and potentially stressful situations involving upset guests. The job description also states that the employee must be comfortable with water safety and able to respond to water safety events on tours.

Requirements

At least 6 months of proven cooking experience in a high-volume, fine-dining establishment; hotels, resorts, private clubs, or esteemed restaurants preferred.
Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, knife handling, and kitchen equipment.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to food safety standards and sanitation practices.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours depending on business levels.
Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive motions.
Must be ServSafe certified or able to become certified.
Must be willing and able to pass a background check and drug screening.
Must be comfortable with water safety and able to respond to water safety events on tours.
Must be able to work event hours on weekends and at night as determined by event needs.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of proven cooking experience in a high-volume, fine-dining establishment; hotels, resorts, private clubs, or esteemed restaurants preferred.
Experience at a luxury hotel or club.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Culinary degree from a nationally recognized program.

Responsibilities

Adhere to The Gasparilla Inn’s 4 Steps to Memorable Service and exhibit its Core Values.
Prepare and cook menu items and ingredients according to recipes and standards set by the Executive Chef and area chefs.
Ensure dishes meet standards for taste, presentation, and cleanliness, and continually assess ways to perform tasks more accurately, quickly, or efficiently.
Collaborate with the kitchen team to meet service needs and maintain smooth operations.
Set up stations for meal periods based on anticipated service volumes.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of resort menus, special dietary needs, and allergens.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Maintain a neat appearance and professional manner in accordance with resort standards.
Store, rotate, label, and date foods according to accepted food-handling procedures determined by the Florida Department of Health.
Report safety concerns and equipment mechanical problems to the Chef.
Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the kitchen, walk-in coolers, storage areas, and floors.
Assist with various kitchen duties and adapt to changing priorities and guest needs.
Work effectively under pressure and meet multiple or competing deadlines.
Interact professionally with guests and staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.