Cook

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.

With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

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Follow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace for seven years in a row! TradeWinds features two destination resorts just 200 flip flops from one another along the gorgeous Gulf Coast on St. Pete Beach.

We are currently seeking a Cook to join our team at TradeWinds Resort. With exciting concepts like Playa Taco, Pete's Bistro, RumFish Grill, and more, each location offers a unique atmosphere where quality food and great service come together.

The Cook is responsible for preparing all food items based on standardized recipes while maintaining the highest standards to deliver appealing, high-quality dishes. This role also ensures cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in all kitchen and work areas, while minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency in cost and production.

We create an environment where guests can "Just Let Go", enjoy themselves, and leave with lasting memories that bring them back again and again. If you're passionate about cooking and thrive in an energetic, guest-focused setting, this is a great opportunity to be part of something special.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas
• Complete necessary food and station preparation prior to the opening of the restaurant in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the Restaurant operating hours
• Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, and dairy and meat products
• Maintain clean and sanitary environment with knowledge of proper handling, storage, and sanitation
• Prepare all foods following hotel standard recipes. Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor
• Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees
• Be able to support any position in the Kitchen that is in need of help
• Follow all Health Department and Company regulations in regards to food and storage standards and safety
• Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment
• Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy
• Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures
• Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
• Culinary experience required
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required
• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Ability to stand during entire shift
• Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.
• Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, saute, braising, roasting and par-cooking.
• Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each
• Must have open availability, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as they are our busiest times

We are pleased to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based in Washington:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based in Colorado:

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based in California:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.
• Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement ("CBA"). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.

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