Prep Cook in Fajardo at JUF Operations LLC

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

Work Location: Moncayo Golf & Ocean Club, outside Fajardo, Puerto Rico.

Moncayo Golf & Ocean Club is seeking a Full-Time, Year-Round Prep Cook to join the Culinary Department.
Reports To: Chef de Partie

Job Summary:

The Prep Cook supports daily culinary operations by executing accurate, timely food production according to established recipes, production lists, and quality standards. Reporting to the Chef de Partie, the role is accountable for ingredient preparation, foundational recipes, proper food storage, and organized production areas. This position contributes to production readiness across outlets and events.

Primary Tasks:

• Wash, peel, cut, chop, measure, and portion ingredients using appropriate techniques and established specifications.

• Prepare stocks, sauces, dressings, marinades, and other foundational recipes according to standardized recipes.

• Follow daily production lists, prioritize assigned tasks, and complete preparation accurately within established timelines.

• Label, date, store, and rotate ingredients and finished preparations using FIFO procedures and required temperature controls.

• Maintain clean, sanitized, organized production workstations, utensils, and preparation equipment; operate equipment safely.

• Follow applicable food safety, sanitation, allergen-handling, and cross-contamination prevention procedures; promptly report concerns.

• Check prepared products for quality, yield, portioning, and consistency; communicate shortages, waste, and equipment issues to the Chef de Partie.

• Communicate production progress, task completion, product availability, and readiness for service to chefs and culinary colleagues.

• Support preparation and production across multiple dining outlets, events, and culinary work areas as required by business needs.

• Assist with service setup or other kitchen duties when needed while maintaining primary accountability for preparation and production.

• Participate in coaching, training, and cross-training to build culinary skills and pursue advancement opportunities.

• Arrive on time, prepared for the shift, and maintain a professional appearance and personal hygiene.

• Arrive on time, prepared for work, and maintain professional appearance and personal hygiene.

• Ability to stand and move throughout shifts and safely lift, carry, bend, and reach as needed for essential kitchen tasks, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

• Demonstrate ownership, dependability, attention to detail, and the ability to manage assigned production priorities.

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with supervisors, line cooks, and fellow team members.

• Maintain flexibility as production volumes, outlet needs, and event schedules change.

• At least 1 year of relevant professional kitchen experience; luxury resort or fine-dining experience preferred.

• One year of relevant commercial kitchen experience preferred; luxury resort or fine-dining experience is a plus.

• Familiarity with basic knife skills, cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and standardized recipes; willingness to learn.

• Working knowledge of applicable Puerto Rico food safety requirements, safe food handling, sanitation, and allergen awareness; required certifications must be obtained or maintained as directed by company policy.

• Ability to follow written or verbal production instructions and work accurately, efficiently, and collaboratively.

• Work schedules may vary with service, special events, and business needs; overtime is handled in accordance with applicable law and company policy.

• Work schedules may vary with production requirements, special events, and business needs; overtime is handled in accordance with applicable law and company policy.

• Active kitchen environment requiring attention to safe equipment operation, repeated preparation tasks, and physical stamina.

• Availability to work scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on operational needs.

Benefits

About the Project – Moncayo Golf & Ocean Club

Moncayo is a premier destination in Puerto Rico that blends a world-class golf course, luxury hotel, exclusive residences, and unique amenities. Our vision is to create a community where excellence, service, and nature converge. We pride ourselves on offering exceptional experiences to our guests and residents through teamwork, professionalism, and attention to detail. At Moncayo, our employees embody pride, ownership, and accountability every day, ensuring that every guest experience reflects our culture of luxury and well-being.

About Us

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential communities with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.