Cook III

Join the team at The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando, where every day is an adventure! Located just six miles from Walt Disney World Theme Parks, we offer employees the chance to be part of a dynamic, exciting workplace that delights guests from all over the world. With 787 condo-style rooms, daily transportation to Orlando's top attractions, and complimentary access to the award-winning Surfari Water Park, our resort is the ultimate destination for family fun and relaxation. We also feature 6,000 square feet of meeting space, serene activities at Lake Austin Pier, and a variety of dining options, including Valencia Restaurant, Longboard Restaurant, and Alfresco Market.

Our latest addition, The Terraces at The Grove, brings a modern, adult-centric retreat to our resort. Overlooking Lake Austin, this exclusive property boasts 160 rooms, a private pool with cabanas, a poolside bar (DYVE), a fire pit seating area, a gym, and BYTE, a grab-and-go market. Employees at The Grove enjoy working in a collaborative environment where they help create unforgettable memories for our guests while taking advantage of career growth opportunities in the heart of Orlando's vibrant hospitality industry. If you're ready to work in an inspiring, energetic setting with an amazing team, we'd love to hear from you! Join us and make every day extraordinary!!

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company specializing in creating memorable guest experiences and delivering best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts across the country. We ensure you have the support, tools and opportunities you need to get the job done, grow as an individual, and excel in your hospitality career.

We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of EARLY PAY OR EARNED WAGE ACCESS get paid before payday, medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, pre-paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, matched 401K, life, critical accident or illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, wonderful hotel discounts and much more!

As a Lead Cook, you will embrace the opportunity to contribute to an exceptional culinary experience by leading a dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining an organized and efficient work environment. Your primary focus will be on training and supervising kitchen staff, while ensuring that all food items are prepared and presented according to hotel standards. You will also adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations, manage kitchen equipment, and play a key role in delivering an outstanding dining experience for our guests.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff to ensure proper preparation and presentation of food items
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Ensure that all food products are stored, rotated, and received properly, maintaining temperature settings and proper inventory
• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to standard recipes or guest specifications
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations, ensuring safe and efficient operation
• Manage kitchen equipment, reporting any issues to the Chef or Engineering for service or repair
• Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency and exceptional dining experiences
• Assist with requisitions for supplies and food items required for production
• Maintain floor cleanliness to prevent slip/fall accidents and ensure a safe working environment
• Perform any additional duties, such as assisting with VIP parties, special events, and staff meetings.

Specific Job Knowledge and Skills:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

* Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking.
* Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
* Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e. stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, fryers, steamers, kettles, etc.
* Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
* Ability to read and write the English language in order to complete requisitions, read recipes and communicate with other employees.
* Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e. knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
* Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200 lbs.
* Ability to stand and work continuously in confined spaces.
* Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.

Hotel Specific:

• Perform duties across multiple outlets on the property as required

Physical Demands:

• Strong knowledge of food products, standard recipes, and preparation techniques.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate job duties clearly.
• Finger/hand dexterity for operating kitchen equipment and performing food preparation tasks.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 100 lbs. continuously.
• Ability to perform additional duties as required, including participation in special events.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Completion of Culinary or Apprenticeship Program preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 year cook experience in hotel preferred
• Minimum of 2 year cook experience in a similar role, size of operation required
• Certifications in food safety (e.g., ServSafe) may be required
• Basic mathematical skills are necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes

Spire Hospitality, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans