POSITION TITLE: Lead Cook
REPORTS TO: Bar Supervisor/AGM/General Manager

ABOUT Springhill Suites Orange Beach

The Springhill Suites Orange Beach, managed by Vista Host Management & Development Company, is located on Perdido Beach Boulevard directly across from the Gulf of America. Our hotel features 120 all-suite accommodations, complimentary breakfast, and an outdoor resort style heated pool. The hotel is perfect for families, groups and individual travelers. Our On-Site Restaurant, Salt & Sips, is the perfect location for guests to unwind, enjoy our selection of appetizers & sandwiches, specialty cocktails, while dining inside or outside on our pool deck.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cook is responsible for planning, preparing, setting up, and providing service for the hot production of menus in restaurants and banquet functions. This role includes working closely with the kitchen & bar/restaurant team to ensure that food quality, presentation, and service standards are met.

WHO IS THIS POSITION FOR?

The Cook role is best suited for someone who:

• Has a passion for cooking and creating high-quality dishes.
• Is experienced in various cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Is detail-oriented, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering exceptional meals to guests.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Competitive hourly pay with opportunities for performance-based incentives.
• Vacation / Sick / Bereavement / Holiday Pay.
• Health/Vision/Dental Insurance.
• • Life / STD Insurance.Employee Discounts (Brand Hotels & Company Hotels).Free, Third-Party Employee Assistance Program (personal and professional).Opportunities for growth within Vista Host’s expanding portfolio.
  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies for service.
  Prepare food for service, including chopping vegetables, and preparing sauces.
  • Cook items on the menu in cooperation with the rest of the bar, kitchen and breakfast staff ensuring consistency and quality.
  • Follow the instructions of the F & B Manager/AGM & GM, answering, reporting, and adapting as required.
  • Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, maintaining high quality and a timely pace.
  • Clean up station and manage leftover food appropriately.
  • Completing weekly food order, maintaining accurate pars and inventory levels at all times.
  • Assist in Completing monthly food inventory.
  • Ensuring all prep for AM Breakfast and PM service is completed daily and production lists are monitored closely.
  • Stock inventory correctly and maintain proper storage and sanitation standards.
  • Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.