2nd Cook Filled

Company Snapshot

Divi Resorts Aruba is an established collection of beachfront resort properties on Eagle Beach, known for warm Caribbean hospitality. Divi Resorts offers a structured, dependable workplace where team members can build a stable, long-term career.

Position Highlights

2nd Cook. As part of the kitchen brigade, your core purpose is to prepare and cook food to recipe and keep buffet stations running smoothly. You will plan from production schedules, prepare and season a wide range of foods, carve and display items, set up and run buffet stations and keep inventory in order.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive food ingredients and supplies from the main kitchen and pantry as required for daily operations
• Review production schedules to determine food requirements, including variety and quantity needed
• Prepare and season a wide range of foods, including vegetables, fruits, meats, soups, salads and cereals, following prescribed recipes
• Perform various cooking techniques, including slicing, grinding, and cooking meats and vegetables
• Carve and display meats, vegetables, fruits and salads for service
• Maintain and record inventory, request stock, and estimate daily and weekly supply needs
• Deliver, set up, break down and clean buffet stations
• Ensure cleanliness of work areas, utensils and kitchen equipment

Requirements, Skills & Traits

Requirements:

EPB culinary diploma or equivalent with intermediate cooking skills. Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferably in a hotel. Can understand and speak English and Spanish. Able to work different shifts. Must have a valid Health Card. Must hold a Dutch passport or a valid work permit.

Core Skills:

Preparing, seasoning and cooking a wide range of foods to recipe. Carving and display. Buffet station set-up and service. Food safety and HACCP guidelines.

Soft Skills:

Attentive to detail and organized. Dependable team player in a busy kitchen.

Success Metrics

Food is prepared to recipe and on time, buffets are well stocked and presented, inventory is recorded accurately, and work areas meet food safety and cleanliness standards.

Benefits

• Life and Disability Insurance
• Full Attendance and Year-End Bonus
• Vacation Savings Plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Training and Education Allowance

Employment Culture & Growth

At Divi Resorts Aruba, the culinary team serves guests across several restaurants and outlets. This role offers varied cooking experience within an established resort group, with a training and education allowance that supports your growth in the kitchen.

How To Apply

Send your Cover Letter and CV to email recruiter@megaresorts.com or pass by the HR Office located at the Tamarijn Beach Resort