Prep Cook at Havana Beach Bar and Grill

Location: Rosemary Beach

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Job Summary 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.

Primary Responsibilities & Essential Functions 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

Education and Experience 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

Culinary coursework or certification

ServSafe certification (may be obtained after hire)
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Ability to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work well as part of a team and follow directions

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

Physical Demands 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

Working Conditions Indoor kitchen environment

Exposure to heat, noise, and a fast-paced setting

Occasional prolonged visual attention

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. The St. Joe Company/St. Joe Resort Operations reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.
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