Hawks Cay Resort
(Prestige Summer Job 2026)
Employer Name: Hawks Cay resort
City: Duck Key
States: Florida
Reference: Hawks Cay Resort Review & Travel Guide – Sister Trip to the Florida Keys!
Details
Position: Cook
Position Available: 1 position
Hourly wage: $17.22 per hour
Estimated hours: 32 – 40 hours average per week
Benefits: 3 Meals are provided per/day in Crew Gallery
Job Prerequisites:
- Ability to receive direction and perform responsibilities in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to accept constructive criticism, especially when under pressure.
- Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised.
- Standing and constant moving for long periods of time (up to 8 hours per shift).
- Frequent bending and stooping.
- Lifting up to 40lbs/11 kg.
- Must possess a positive attitude and work well with other team members.
Experience preferred but not required.
Job Description:
Cooks are responsible to assist in the preparation of meals by chopping vegetables, making salads, and putting together entrees.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products.
- Complies consistently with company standards on portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, recipes, policies and procedures.
- Prepares and portions food products prior to cooking.
- Handle raw meats and maintain health and safety standards
- Ensures quality of products served.
- Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
- Utilizes a wide range of kitchen tools and utensils, including but not limited to knives, grinders, broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers according the health and safety standards.
- Performs kitchen maintenance tasks such as emptying the trash and washing dishes.
- Promptly reports equipment and food quality or shortage problems to Kitchen Manager.
- Maintains a clean work station and assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen and all storage areas.
- Monitors inventory levels to ensure product availability.
- Graciously and quickly fulfills any guest request possible.
- Completes opening and closing checklists.
- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
- Completes additional duties as assigned by supervisor
English Required skills: Advanced – Intermediate (A, B+, B, C+, C ONLY)
Start Date: 15th May – 5th June, 2026
End Date: 30thAugust – 7th September 2026
Housing Information
Housing assisted by: Employer
Housing Type: Hotel
Cost details: $150.00 per student per week
Transportation details: Walk/Bike
Why Choose us
Choosing Hawks Cay Resort is an excellent opportunity because it offers a unique hospitality experience in the beautiful environment of Duck Key in the Florida Keys. The resort is well known for its luxury accommodations, waterfront activities, and high standards of guest service. Working at Hawks Cay Resort allows participants to gain valuable experience in the hospitality industry while interacting with guests from different cultures. In addition, the location provides a chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the Florida Keys and learn about the local lifestyle, making it a meaningful work and cultural exchange experience.
Cultural Exchange Activities
Cultural exchange in Duck Key offers a unique opportunity to experience the relaxed island lifestyle of the Florida Keys. Participants can interact with people from different countries while working and living in the community, sharing traditions, food, and perspectives. They may also explore nearby areas such as Marathon and learn about local culture, seafood cuisine, and ocean-based activities like fishing and boating. These experiences help participants better understand American coastal culture while also sharing their own culture with coworkers and guests, creating meaningful international connections.
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