Cook
Summary
| Title: | Cook |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1027 |
| Location: | Peter Island Resort, British Virgin Islands |
| Department: | Food Preparation/Culinary |
| Status: | Full-Time |
| Salary Range: | N/A |
Description
Specific Duties/Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook all food items within the assigned section to the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic work area in accordance with resort and government sanitation regulations.
- Ensure all tools and ingredients are properly organized before each service period.
- Consistently follow portion control guidelines to minimize food waste.
- Adhere strictly to all food safety and hygiene practices, including proper labeling, storage, and rotation of products.
- Work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations during service.
- Participate in menu development, food tastings, and innovation of new dishes when requested.
- Prepare and plate dishes according to the resort’s standards of luxury presentation.
- Report any equipment malfunctions, shortages, or safety concerns promptly to the Exec/Sous Chef.
- Ensure that all kitchen areas, fridges, and work surfaces are left clean and sanitized at the end of each shift.
- Demonstrate professionalism and discretion when interacting with guests and employees.
- Maintain flexibility in schedule and be willing to work extended hours when operational needs require.
Essential Traits:
· Passion for luxury culinary service and guest satisfaction.
· Positive, cooperative, and team-oriented attitude.
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
· Professional appearance, communication, and behavior at all times.
· Ability to multitask and remain composed in high-pressure environments.
· Dependable and self-motivated with a desire for continuous learning.
Specific Technical / General:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a 4- or 5-star hotel or fine-dining environment.
- Culinary certification or formal culinary training preferred.
- Knowledge of food handling, safety, and sanitation standards is in line with the best international practices.
- Ability to follow recipes and plating standards with precision and consistency.
- Must maintain a high level of personal hygiene and professional grooming.
- Physically capable of working in a demanding environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and performing repetitive movements.
- Willingness to work flexible hours.
