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Join our growing team in a high-end, resort environment!Job Title: Fine Dining Cook-ResortDepartment: Food & BeverageLocation: Fairfield, TexasStatus: Full-Time, Non-ExemptPay Class: HourlyPay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00Overtime Eligible: YesWork Schedule: FlexibleSupervisory Role: NoReports To: Executive ChefRelocation Assistance : NoRemote/Telework Eligible: NoTravel Required: No About Us: is a luxury lake and golf club encompassing the largest privately owned lake in the United States. Set upon 5,000 acres of open water, rolling hills and Savannah Post Oaks, Freestone provides a generational retreat for family and friends halfway between Dallas and Houston.The breathtaking property provides water-front golf at a championship level, trophy bass fishing, boating without public access, and all of the activities and amenities a family should expect from a world-class, private resort.Fairfield, Texas provides the quintessential Lonestar State experience where everyone is family. Fairfield is vibrant, culturally diverse, and rooted in good old fashioned Central Texan tradition. We believe in hard work, good food, and regular festivals. Our community is a short drive to College Station-Texas A&M University, Dallas and Houston.Fairfield Community Guide: Position Summary:Freestone Lake and Golf is one of our new developments and we are growing! We are looking for Cooks responsible for executing precise, high-quality food preparation and presentation in a fast-paced, upscale kitchen environment. This role demands culinary skill, attention to detail, cleanliness, and consistency to meet the exacting standards of a fine dining establishment. Experience with brick oven pizza operations is a plus.Qualifications:2+ years of experience in a high-end or fine dining kitchen preferredExperience with brick ovens is preferredCulinary degree or formal training is a plus but not requiredStrong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen tools, and food safetyAbility to follow recipes with consistency and precisionExcellent time management and communication skillsMust be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as neededServSafe or equivalent certification preferred Key Responsibilities:Prepare and cook menu items according to the restaurant's recipes, quality standards, and plating guidelinesWork a designated station (e.g., grill, sauté, garde manger, pizza oven, pastry) with accuracy and efficiencyEnsure ingredients and mise en place are fresh, properly stored, and prepped ahead of serviceMaintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and organization in all kitchen areasCollaborate with chefs and kitchen team to ensure timely and consistent food delivery during serviceFollow safe food handling procedures and comply with all health and safety regulationsMonitor food inventory and communicate low stock or quality concerns to the Sous Chef or ChefUphold the restaurant's standards for professionalism, appearance, and teamwork Work Environment and Physical Demands:Ability to work all shifts when required during the day, nights, weekends, and holidaysAbility to stand for long periods of timeWalking, standing, some lifting up to 25-50 lbsBenefits Summary (eligibility for full-time positions): Our Total Rewards aims to provide a holistic view of the comprehensive rewards and opportunities you receive as part of our commitment to your growth and success. In your role, your valuable contributions drive innovation and create meaningful impact, and our benefits reflects how we invest in your professional development, work-life balance, and overall wellbeing. Our goal is to support you along with your long-term career journey. Financial Rewards and Monetary Benefits Base Salary: A competitive base salary aligned with industry standards and level of experience.Medical, Dental, Vision, and supplementary policy options.Paid Time Off.Premium pay for designated holidays.

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