Line Cook II

“At Pink Shell, we believe in making memories. Whether you stay with us, work with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime.”

Join our Team! Pink Shell Beach Resort is now seeking experienced Line Cooks for its outlets. If you are passionate about presenting delicious quality-centered menu items in the beach-side outlets while maintaining a professional demeanor, an enthusiasm for authentic creativity, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness than we want to talk to you about our Line Cook opportunity!

Together with our front of house team, the Food & Beverage experience at the Pink Shell ranges from the friendly, delicious breakfast that is provided for each guest staying at the resort to casual drinks and snacks by the pool to elegant, private dinners on the beach. Our banquet team handles over 100 weddings a year plus other meetings and family events. For more info, please check out our website at https://www.pinkshell.com/restaurants-dining

What do we offer?

$18/hr and up - negotiable based on experience
Sign on Bonus: $1000! ($500 paid at 90 days of employment, $500 at 6 months of employment)
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(K) Retirement
Paid Holidays, Paid Vacations, Personal/Sick Time and a Floating Holiday
$4.50 employee meals prepared by our culinary team
30 % employee discounts at the restaurant, gift shop, and spa
Uniforms provided by the company
Friends and Family discounted rates at all BMC properties

What would my job responsibilities be?

Understands food safety and regulations, including: food temps, hold times and temperatures, proper labeling, FIFO and any other health department regulations.
Has a basic knowledge of food products and the ability to organize and store product using the FIFO method.
Uses proper knife safety and is able to perform simple tasks including, but not excluded to: chopping, slicing, dicing and any other knife skills needed.
Follows checklists and prep lists given by the chefs or lead cooks. This includes opening checklists, closing checklists, prep lists and any other lists given by the chefs of lead cooks.
Maintains clean and sanitary work station, including tools, tables, work areas, equipment and storage areas.
Follows recipes and guides correctly to assure proper preparation and plating of food.
Creates items consistently and accurately based on recipes given by the chef or lead cook.
Works in cooperation with fellow team members including chefs, and assists when needed.
Understands that it takes the full team working together to make things work to its best ability.
Consistently stocks and maintains station for steady service during peak times.
Adjusts to guests needs when appropriate to help improve guest satisfaction.
Initiates opening and closing duties when needed including: starting equipment, opening prep, assisting in putting away product, prep for the day, closing and wrapping product, labeling, cleaning all surfaces, equipment and floor and any other duties asked for by the chefs.
Has some knowledge of cooking skills including: frying, grilling/broiling, flat top, sautéing and baking.
Works hot side of line, understands flow of service and can read and organize multiple tickets.
Works multiple stations when needed.

What are we looking for?

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum of 3 years’ culinary experience, preferably in high-volume restaurant setting
Sanitation certification preferred
Ability to lift 30-40 lbs and stand for up to 8 hours
An individual who is passionate about presenting delicious quality-centered menu items
Able to maintain a professional demeanor, enthusiasm for authentic creativity, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
Must have open availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Why us?

Pink Shell is an award-winning 4-5 star Resort located in the beautiful Fort Myers Beach, Florida. A true beachfront getaway, the resort overlooks both sides of the island, the Matanzas Pass and the Gulf of Mexico.

Pink Shell has evolved from a single cottage built in 1950 to an expansive 12-acre beach resort and marina. While we have grown, our values remain the same – to provide an unparalleled oceanfront escape for families and friends to make memories that last a lifetime.

The Resort has been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler, Trip Advisor, Gulfshore Life as one of the Best Resorts in Florida. Pink Shell was recently awarded the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Seal of Commitment—a promise that our establishment achieved enhanced safety and sanitation standards designated by FRLA to ensure the safety of guests and employees.

Our resort is part of Boykin Management Company and offers studios, one- and two-bedroom accommodations with guaranteed beach views, ample meeting facilities, a relaxing spa, a full-service marina, a state-of-the-art fitness center, two restaurants, and fun activities for the whole family. To learn about Pink Shell, please our website at www.pinkshell.com.

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