Cook 2 Full Time

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

At Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa guests can explore 3.5 miles of pristine beach and scenic marshlands while enjoying luxurious oceanfront accommodations, world-class resort pools, championship golf, full-service spa, endless dining options and family-friendly activities.

Omni Amelia Island Resort and Spa's associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa may be your perfect match.

The Cook 2 will ensure food is prepared according to menu specifications in a timely and save manor. Work and communicate effectively with all other kitchen personnel. Work with leaders to create the best food and culinary experience for our guests. Memorable food well prepared, great flavors.

Essential Functions:

Communicate with the Chef to learn daily work tasks and their coordination, and complete daily prep list.
• Perform work assignments to meet proper quantities within a necessary time frame.
• Be knowledgeable of all stations in the restaurant.
• Be knowledgeable of plate presentations and preparations of all menu items.
• Communicate with all line cooks daily for proper pars and production requirements when needed in specified workstations.

Hotel Specific Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift up to 20lbs frequently and up to 40lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to clearly communicate with guests of the restaurant and/or banquet events.

• Must have good knowledge of food handling, preparation techniques and cooking techniques including but not limited to (Braising, Saute, Baking, Roasting, Poaching, Grilling, Steaming and frying).
• Must have good fundamental knife skills.
• Must be able to read and execute most basic recipes for preparation/ cooking of hot and or cold food items.
• Basic math skills needed to understand and implement recipes and measurements.
• Good eye/hand coordination needed to use all kitchen equipment including kitchen knives.
• Must have some prior experience in a similar work environment. High volume hotel, upscale hotel or resort, high volume free standing restaurant or catering company. A good familiarity and understanding of bulk preparation is preferred. Prefer 1 year of relevant experience.
• Requires a working knowledge of local, state and federal sanitation standards. ServeSafe certified is preferred.
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, days, nights and holidays.
• Maintain a professional culinary attire, appearance, attitude, and performance.
• Move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance. Stand or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift. Requires repetitive motion.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.