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Lead Cook, Banquets

Spanish Peaks Mountain Club

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Compensation
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Location
Bluffton, SC
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Job overview

Spanish Peaks Mountain Club is hiring a Lead Cook, Banquets. The Lead Cook, Banquets coordinates with kitchen staff for timely food preparation and execution, collaborates to meet production goals, and assists with training new associates. This role supervises and mentors cooks, creates new menu items, and prepares hot and cold foods to high standards. The Lead Cook maintains knowledge of food products, sanitation standards, and culinary techniques while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key focus areas include Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders, Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations, and Assist with training new kitchen associates.

Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Cooking Experience. Important skills include Culinary Techniques, Attention To Detail, Cooking Methods, Work In A Fast-Paced Environment, Handle Multiple Tasks Simultaneously, and Accuracy. Preferred (not required): Timely Preparation And Execution Of Food Orders, Collaborate With Associates, Assist With Training New Kitchen Associates, and Supervise And Mentor Cooks And Kitchen Staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Culinary TechniquesAttention to DetailCooking MethodsWork in a Fast-Paced EnvironmentHandle Multiple Tasks SimultaneouslyAccuracyCollaborate in a Team EnvironmentExcellent Communication SkillsTimely Preparation and Execution of Food OrdersCollaborate With AssociatesAssist With Training New Kitchen AssociatesSupervise and Mentor Cooks and Kitchen StaffCreative and Innovate New Menu Items and SpecialsPrepare Hot and Cold FoodsMaintain in Depth Knowledge of Food ProductsSanitation StandardsFulfill Guest Orders in a Timely MannerWork in a Collaborative EnvironmentProfessionalismDeliver on Guests’ ExpectationsCreate WOW MomentsCreating New RecipesCooking FoodBasic Communication SkillsProviding Exceptional Guest ServiceCreating Memorable MomentsOpen to Learning, Developing, and GrowingTrustworthyIntegrity

Qualifications

3 Years Minimum Cooking Experience in a Standalone Restaurant or Hotel EnvironmentAbility to Work a Flexible Schedule, Including Weekends and HolidaysLuxury Hotel ExperienceAbility to Stand and Exercise Mobility for Extended PeriodsAbility to Lift and Carry Up to 50 Pounds RegularlyAbility to Push and Pull Carts and Equipment Up to 200 PoundsAbility to Work in Extreme Temperatures

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

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 At Montage , It’s All Because of YOU!

Lead Cook, Banquets

  Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun . At Montage , we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Montage is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.

Your Journey    

  • Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders

  • Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations

  • Assist with training new kitchen associates

  • Supervise and mentor cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed

  • Creative an innovate new menu items and specials

  • Skillfully prepare hot and cold foods that meet our hotel’s high standards

  • Maintain in depth knowledge of food products as well as sanitation standards and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level

  • Able to fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with skillful attention to detail

  • Able to work in a collaborative environment all while maintaining professionalism

  • Deliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments

  • Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needs

About You   

  • You enjoy creating new recipes and cooking food

  • You have basic communication skills 

  • You are passionate about providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable moments

  • You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same

  • You are trustworthy and have integrity 

Must Haves   

  • Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

  • Ability to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skills

  • Three years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environment

  • Luxury hotel experience, a plus

You will Enjoy   

  • Free meals

  • Free uniforms and cleaning 

  • Ongoing community outreach events 

  • Hotel discounts 

  • Associate’s events throughout the year 

  • Healthcare  benefits

  • 401k retirement plan with company matching 

Physical Requirements    

  • Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over

  • Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift

  • Ability to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi-regular basis

  • Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers ( - 10° F) and kitchens (+110°F)

At Montage , we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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