Northwood Investors is a privately held real estate investment advisor that was founded in 2006 by John Kukral, the former President and CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Advisors. Northwood employs a fundamental, value-driven investment strategy with a longer-term outlook. Northwood invests alongside institutional and private clients in a broad range of real estate and real estate-related investment opportunities globally, with approximately $7 billion of assets under management. Northwood has office locations in the US in Denver (headquarters), New York, Dallas, Los Angeles and Charlotte. The firm also has employees who work for vertically integrated platforms, such as Retail and Hospitality, in Florida, North and South Carolina, California, and Texas. Additionally, the firm has professional teams located in the United Kingdom, Luxembourg, Paris, Singapore, and Amsterdam. Northwood Hospitality, a wholly owned subsidiary of Northwood Investors, manages the prominent hotel portfolio acquired by Northwood Investors. The growing portfolio of Northwood Hospitality currently consists of fourteen iconic properties, thirteen of which are managed by Northwood Hospitality. For more information, visit Northwood's website at Job DescriptionCook 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. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we practice being committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will require background checks and employment verifications and in some roles drug screens due to our contractual obligations. We offer competitive benefits and wellness programs: Competitive, pay, generous time off policies, paid parental leave, charitable matching donation program, paid volunteer time off, physical wellness reimbursement, company paid training, conferences and professional membership fees, employee/friends/family discounts at our hotel properties to name a few.