Timbers Kiawah is seeking a creative and outgoing line cook to join our beach club! Prepares, preps, cooks, and portions meals. Assist in the creation of daily lunch and dinner specials. Ensures the proper presentation of plating each menu item that will be served. Stores leftover food appropriately, maintains stocks of food and supplies; receives food and supplies, unpacks and stores in the appropriate location. Utilizes proper FIFO rotation, as well as dating and labeling of production made in walk in. Communicates to supervisor the purchasing needs of the kitchen (food, cleaning supplies, serving and preparation equipment, etc.). Maintains currency in food industry and trade trends for the good of the establishment and the profession. Ensures that food preparation equipment, cooking and serving utensils and the kitchen work areas are orderly, clean and sanitary. Performs/assists in daily closing responsibilities including but not limited to trash removal, organization and sanitation of refrigeration units, and sanitation of equipment and surfaces. Reads and follows menus and recipes and computes basic mathematical calculations. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to our Owners by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team. Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and/or skill required. Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED supplemented by formal coursework in culinary sciences; AND two (2) years of experience as a journey-level cook; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Principles, practices and techniques of the cooking trade. Food and beverage products, menus and promotions. Policies and procedures of the department. Principles, methods and equipment used in meal preparation in a restaurant setting. Safe work practices and sanitation related to food preparation and service. Customer service principles and practices. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Skill in: Efficiently and effectively performing cooking duties. Focusing on quests and provision of quality customer service. Making accurate arithmetic calculations. Reading, understanding and following recipes and oral and written directions. Maintaining appropriate inventory of supplies and materials. Training others in work processes, recipes and procedures. Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Shift: 8 hour shift Day shift Experience: Restaurant experience: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person Our Company: Timbers Company is a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. We are passionate about creating remarkable experiences with world-class hospitality while exposing our Owners and guests to the humble authenticity of every location that we call home. Our Property: At Timbers Kiawah, you are not just near the beach. You’re at the beach. Our staff guide guests to enjoy the destination, rich in natural landscapes and stunning barrier island beauty while preserving the environment we are fortunate to reside in. Our team members reflect the highest level of Lowcountry hospitality with anticipatory service in an unparalleled setting. Our Core Values: We are in the business of creating an authentic sense of place for families to return to time and time again while committing ourselves to creating memorable and fun experiencers through passionate, attentive service. This mantra is reflected in everything we do and every interaction we have whether it be in hospitality operations management, asset management, development, or sales & marketing. Our values define who we are. Be Authentic Practice Humility Cultivate Teamwork Value Time Be Trustworthy This job description is not all inclusive. Timbers Kiawah reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Our company (“Company”) fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal, state and/or local laws, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation upon request during the application process to applicants in order that they may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we intend to comply fully with applicable federal, state and/or local employment laws and the information requested on this application will only be used for purposes consistent with those laws. To the extent required by applicable law, The Company maintains adrug- free workplace.