Line Cook, Wild Spring Dunes

Position Summary

This isn't just another kitchen job – you're joining the opening team of a brand-new resort. We're building our kitchen from the ground up, which means you'll help establish the standards, systems, and culture from day one. You'll likely be working primarily on the grill, crafting dishes that showcase quality ingredients in a setting where golf meets wilderness. Being part of an opening team means extra responsibility, but also the chance to shape how things work rather than just following someone else's playbook.

Property Description

Wild Spring Dunes will be a premier public golf resort and refuge where world-class golf meets unparalleled accommodations and homesites. Featuring two expertly routed courses with plans for a short course and practice center, our resort offers a diverse and comprehensive golfing experience. Wild Spring Dunes is located in historic East Texas, two hours from both Dallas and Houston, and 25 minutes from nearby Nacogdoches.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a designated station in the kitchen, preparing dishes to order with attention to detail.
• Ensure food is prepared and served according to established portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Inspect food items before they leave the kitchen to ensure quality and presentation standards are met.
• Coordinate food orders to ensure timely and efficient delivery to guests.
• Follow safety and quality guidelines for special food requests, particularly those related to allergies.
• Assist and guide fellow kitchen staff as needed, offering support in case of any issues.
• Set up and maintain prep and service areas, ensuring they are properly stocked and organized.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and kitchen equipment according to company policies and health regulations.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a secure and safe kitchen environment.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to personal cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, requisitioning items needed for menu preparation.
• Properly store leftover ingredients and products for reuse, ensuring proper covering and dating.
• Perform additional tasks as required to support the kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong cooking skills with a focus on quality food preparation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, both written and verbal.
• Consistently maintains a positive attitude, professional demeanor, and appearance.
• Ability to problem-solve, manage multiple tasks under pressure, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, lift, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, 30 lbs. frequently, and 10 lbs. consistently.
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, a retirement plan, and paid time off.

About Dream Golf

Dream Golf is a growing collection of golf destinations developed and operated by the Keiser family. At our properties, you will find soul-stirring golf built in harmony with the land, employees who welcome you with warmth and hospitality, and destinations that embrace the rugged beauty of natural environments. Your next golf adventure awaits you at Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley, Rodeo Dunes, Wild Spring Dunes, and beyond…

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

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