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The opportunity

Delaware North’s Patina Group is hiring an experienced full-time Cooks to join our team at Maria and Enzos Ristorante in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. You will be preparing food, adhering to quality standards, operating kitchen equipment, and upholding all health codes and sanitation regulations.

Pay

$17.50 - $20.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer .

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

+ Weekly pay

+ Employee assistance program

+ Training and development opportunities

+ Employee discounts

+ Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

+ Execute food preparation and cooking with a focus on quality and efficiency

+ Ability to efficiently cook ticket orders in a high paced kitchen environment with precision and attention to detail

+ Demonstrate proficiency in various cooking techniques and methods

+ Willingness to learn and work in different kitchen stations, including grill, fry and saute

+ Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring proper functionality

+ Uphold high standards of cleanliness, organization, and food safety

+ Ensures proper food temperatures are maintained and food is stored correctly

+ Performs opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according proper guidelines

+ Keeps workstation, coolers and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked

+ Follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations

+ May be required to perform other duties as needed to support the overall goals and objectives of the team and organization

More about you

+ Proven role 2+ years preferred experience as a line cook or equivalent culinary

+ Proficient in a variety of cooking techniques and cuisines

+ Ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

+ Strong leadership skills and the ability to guide junior staff

+ Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities

+ Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

Physical requirements

+ Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids

+ Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 pounds

+ Ability to handle or operate kitchen equipment

+ Standing and walking for the entire length of shift

+ Frequently required to reach up to 6-7 feet, twist at the waist, bending and squatting

+ Pushing and pulling occasionally, to move equipment, mops, and brooms

+ Kitchen environment – noise levels may be moderate-to-high

+ Works frequently in a hot and damp environment

Shift details

Days

Evenings

M-F

Holidays

Weekends

OT as needed

Every weekend

Who we are

Delaware North is a leader in food service management, operating some of the busiest and most famous kitchens in the world. This is no exception when it comes to serving up exquisite cuisines and unforgettable dining experiences in the Lake Buena Vista, Florida area at Tutto Italia, Via Napoli, Morimoto, Vivoli Florida, The Edison, Enzo's Hideaway and Tunnel Bar, Maria and Enzo's Ristorante, and Pizza Ponte.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.