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Resort Kitchen Line Cook

Cheeca Lodge and Spa

81801 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL 33036

214 Room Hotel
Managed By Northwood Hospitality
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Compensation: Varies based on expe, Full-Time

Job Description

Cook at Cheeca Lodge & Spa: Crafting Culinary Excellence in Islamorada

Cheeca Lodge has been recognized as one of "Florida's Best Places To Dine" by Florda Trend Magazine and has received accolades from various esteemed publications as well as consistently garnering praise from renowned publications like Esquire, Gourmet, Food and Wine and countless others. 

Join Our Kitchen Team: Cheeca Lodge & Spa, a prestigious resort in Islamorada, is seeking a skilled Cook to enhance our culinary team. In this role, you'll contribute to our renowned dining experiences, which include the award-winning Atlantic's Edge Restaurant, Mia Cucina Italian Kitchen, room service, and our lively tiki bars. This is your opportunity to showcase your culinary skills in a vibrant and diverse kitchen environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen area, adhering to Board of Health standards.
  • Follow precise directions for food preparation to ensure quality and consistency in presentation.
  • Aim for perfection in preparing dishes, focusing on uniform presentation and efficient waste management.
  • Participate in team briefings to stay up-to-date with kitchen objectives and standards.
  • Maintain a clean, professional appearance and a friendly, cheerful demeanor, even in high-pressure situations.
  • Effective communication in English and the ability to work well under pressure.

Training:

  • Complete training in safe lifting procedures and kitchen safety protocols.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred; culinary degree is a plus but not mandatory.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a culinary role.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Passion for the culinary arts and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

  • 401(k) with employer matching.
  • AD&D insurance.
  • Comprehensive dental, health, and vision insurance.
  • Employee discounts at the resort.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off for rest and relaxation.

Join Us: As a Cook at Cheeca Lodge & Spa, you will be a vital part of a team that prides itself on exceptional dining experiences. Your expertise will contribute to the diverse and delightful culinary offerings that our guests love. If you are passionate about cooking and eager to grow in a dynamic and supportive environment, we invite you to apply.

Posted April 29, 2024

Cheeca Lodge and Spa

WELCOME TO CHEECA

A Legendary Tropical Hideaway

Since 1946 the historic Cheeca Lodge & Spa has enchanted guests with world-class fishing, exceptional accommodations, and gracious hospitality. Come experience this lush oceanfront retreat, considered the premier luxury resort in the Florida Keys.

The Legend of Our Grand Florida Keys Hotel Resort

You've found it...the crown jewel of Islamorada Florida Keys hotels. 

Hardy Keys pioneers called Conchs chose this very beach to carve out a tenacious living in the isolated beauty of the undiscovered Florida Keys. Here, they formed a Methodist congregation and built a two-room school house and a cemetery. Cheeca has preserved this Pioneer Cemetery, where members of the founding families of Islamorada are buried. You can explore it today; it is a designated historical site. The Angel with the Broken Wing watches over the grave of Etta Pinder, who died in 1914. Here lies the first footprint of Islamorada – "Purple Isle" in Spanish.

The early 1940's brought electricity and fresh water. Mrs. Clara Mae Downey from Olney, Maryland, opened the Olney Inn in 1946. She described this early bellwether of Cheeca as "different – rather comparable to the tropical estate of a gifted host." Clara's first guest was President Harry Truman, who cherished his time loafing around the pool and wondering amidst the resort's 22 quaint bungalows. 

Fast horses, high society and a healthy dose of Keys vivacity marked the reign of the Twitchell Family in the 1960's. Cynthia, better known as "Chee," was an heiress to the A&P grocery chain and owner of a top thoroughbred racing farm. "We took my nickname, combined it with my husband Carl's, and came up with "Cheeca," she recalled. The Twitchells completely refurbished the property, adding the main lodge, the oceanfront villas, tennis courts, golf course and Cheeca's trademark wooden fishing pier. Chee raised miniature tarpon and her beloved seahorses in the aquariums throughout the resort. "Suzy the Seahorse" became Cheeca's mascot and logo, gracing the resort's menus, brochures, towels and linens.

Avid outdoorsman and Coca Cola magnate Carl Navarre purchased Cheeca Lodge in 1976, hosting his Fortune 500 friends in for sunny days of sportfishing and golf. Celebrities flocked to the hotel and famous guests were reeling in giant bonefish right off the resort's pier. The "Sportfishing Capital of the World" was born, seducing wealthy adventurers from around the world.

In 2005, Cheeca Lodge underwent over $30 million dollars in renovations, restoring the property and its surrounding grounds to their original grandeur, ensuring that we will be a cherished destination for generations to come. Following a fire on New Year's Eve 2008, the Main Lodge was completely rebuilt once again, with a fabulous open-air lobby, a spectacular oceanfront banquet room with panoramic views, and an exclusive indoor / outdoor lounge area for club members.

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