Catering Lead Cook - Competitive Pay & Career Advancement

Job Description

Job Description

Steeped in years of tradition, LBI National Golf & Resort is the premier luxury hotel and golf destination on the Eastern Seaboard . Located in Little Egg Harbor Township , our resort is just minutes from the beaches, shops, and restaurants of LBI . Our guests explore the island by day, then return to unwind in a peaceful and quiet setting surrounded by thoughtfully landscaped grounds.

LBI National Golf & Resort is seeking an experienced and motivated Full-Time Catering Lead Cook to join our team of professionals. Our Catering Lead Cook plays a critical role in maintaining the unparallelled culinary standards for which VIVAMEE properties are known. The Catering Lead Cook will assist the Executive Chef with food preparation, inventory control, administrative tasks, and event execution for banquet and catering events, delivering the exceptional service and quality of a luxury resort while embodying the VIVAMEE values.

At VIVAMEE Hospitality, we believe that excellence begins when ME becomes WE. As a team, we support one another and our company's principles of integrity, transparency, and a positive vision for the future. As the Catering Lead Cook at LBI, collaboration, exceptional customer service, and a genuine desire to create an unparalleled guest experience is how you will contribute to our collective goal of perfection in the industry.

What We Offer:

· Competitive Starting Compensation

· PTO

· Health Insurance Options

· 401K

· Significant Opportunity for Growth & Advancement

Job Responsibilities:

· Assist Executive Cook & Catering Manager with banquet/catering functions

· Food stocking, rotating, labeling, dating, and temperature taking of food products

· Food prep; portioning, arranging, and garnishing

· Assist with daily kitchen operations, contribute to staff supervision, and supervise food production

· Ensure high-quality and timely food service for events and banquets

· Coordinate menu items, handle complex, high-volume prep, and manage inventory

· Function as primary liaison during on-site catering setup and service

· Ensure events are executed at the highest standards set by resort protocol

· Follow all standard operating VIVAMEE procedures (SOPs)

· Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Chef

Job Qualifications:

· At least 21 years of age

· High school diploma or equivalent

· ServSafe certification preferred (or ability to obtain upon hire)

· Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the food & beverage/catering industry

· At least 2 years working within the hospitality industry

· Leadership experience within the culinary field

· Basic knowledge of table settings and service etiquette

· Knowledge and ability to operate basic kitchen equipment

· An exceptional “eye” for detail of event execution, hospitality culture, and venue conditions

· Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members

· Ability to stand and walk for duration of shift

· Ability to lift and carry thirty pounds

· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights & weekends

· Exceptional communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team

VIVAMEE VIRTUES

JOY – HUMILITY – MINISTRY

Steeped in years of tradition, LBI National Golf & Resort is the premier luxury hotel and golf destination on the Eastern Seaboard. Located in Little Egg Harbor Township, our resort is just minutes from the beaches, shops, and restaurants of LBI. Our guests explore the island by day, then return to unwind in a peaceful and quiet setting surrounded by thoughtfully landscaped grounds.

Company Description

Steeped in years of tradition, LBI National Golf & Resort is the premier luxury hotel and golf destination on the Eastern Seaboard. Located in Little Egg Harbor Township, our resort is just minutes from the beaches, shops, and restaurants of LBI. Our guests explore the island by day, then return to unwind in a peaceful and quiet setting surrounded by thoughtfully landscaped grounds.