Entry Cook Employee Dining Room

Black Desert Resort, located in the dramatic landscapes of Southern Utah, offers a luxury hospitality experience with world-class accommodations, championship golf, elevated dining, and a commitment to excellence in all guest and team member services. The resort's Employee Dining Room (EDR) provides high-quality meals and service to resort team members to ensure nourishment, wellness, and a welcoming environment during their workday.

Job Summary:

The Entry Cook Employee Dining Room is responsible for preparing and serving a variety of hot and cold food items for resort employees, maintaining sanitation standards, and supporting the back-of-house kitchen team. This position is ideal for individuals beginning their culinary career and offers opportunities to develop core skills in a fast-paced, supportive kitchen environment.

Job Specifications:

Onsite: Black Desert Resort Employee Dining Room Shift & Schedule Availability: Year-Round / Full-Time Pay Range: $17 $18/hour. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, employee dining room, paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee fee hotel stay program.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a high-end, fast-paced kitchen with a focus on culinary excellence.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement in the hospitality industry.

• Prepare basic food items (grilled meats, sandwiches, salads, soups, etc.) according to daily menus and recipes.
• Stock and maintain cold and hot food stations, replenishing as needed throughout service hours.
• Ensure correct food temperatures and proper handling of all food items to meet health and safety standards.
• Clean workstations, kitchen equipment, and food prep areas regularly to maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen.
• Receive and properly store inventory, rotating products and checking for freshness.
• Assist in setup and breakdown of food service stations, buffet lines, and grab-and-go areas.
• Respond to employee dietary needs or special requests with professionalism and flexibility.
• Follow kitchen policies, food handling procedures, and portion control guidelines.
• Support the broader culinary team with prep work and cross-departmental kitchen assistance as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous kitchen or food service experience a plus but not required.
• Basic understanding of food safety and kitchen sanitation standards.
• Strong work ethic and a desire to learn culinary fundamentals.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a positive and professional attitude.
• Able to take direction and multitask during busy service periods.
• Must obtain Food Handler Certification within 30 days of employment.