Line Cook- Seasonal June- September 2024

Coons Franklin Lodge is a historic family-owned resort located on Trout Lake, known for its pristine waters and breathtaking surroundings. We have been accommodating generations of families since 1892 and offer a range of exclusive amenities and activities. As a Line Cook at Coons Franklin Lodge, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest quality dining experience for our guests during the summer season.
As an American Plan resort, all meals are included with a guest's stay, and our gourmet cuisine is a major draw for visitors. We are looking for a talented and passionate Line Cook to join our team and contribute to our exceptional dining services. Your role will include preparing and cooking meals, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
In addition to your culinary responsibilities, as an employee at Coons Franklin Lodge, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and participate in various recreational activities. Whether it's kayaking on the lake, hiking on the resort's trails, attending yoga classes, or playing tennis, there is plenty to explore and enjoy during your time off. Furthermore, the lodge is conveniently located near local bike trails and music venues, offering even more excitement and entertainment.
Join our team at Coons Franklin Lodge for the summer season and become part of a remarkable history, serving our loyal guests with exceptional cuisine and creating unforgettable experiences.
Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and portion sizes
• Ensure food quality and presentation meet the lodge's standards
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, keeping the kitchen clean and organized
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to plan and execute menus
• Monitor food inventory and place orders as needed to maintain adequate supplies
• Assist in the training and development of kitchen staff
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Line Cook or equivalent role in a professional kitchen
• Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits
The Employee Experience
One of the best parts of working at Coons is that we offer dorm-style housing. Some of our rooms are right on the water with breathtaking views of the lake.
Mornings are busy for our staff with our wood and ice service to each cabin, breakfast and lunch service, waterfront and housekeeping. Most staff is off in the afternoons before dinner service. This is the best time to be off work and either sitting on the dock, waterskiing or hitting the bike trails. Our most successful employees return year after year because of the hospitality and respect they are shown by the Coons family.
Ideal Candidate
An ideal candidate is someone who can take ownership over their job duties and operates with integrity and respect for themselves and their co-workers. The Coons family wants you to enjoy this little slice of heaven as much as our guests do.
Room and Board
We provide dorm-style housing and 3 staff meals a day. We can accommodate most dietary requests. Room and board will be deducted from your paycheck at the rate of $65 per week.
Employee Perks
Fun Things to Do at Coons When Off Duty
We highly encourage all our staff to make use of the beautiful Northwoods and the resort activities available while not working. How often do you get to live at a resort?
Activities:
There is a beautiful trail winding throughout the resort property. Biking, jogging, and hiking are very popular. Everyone is welcome to explore. Basketball is a favorite.
Tennis Courts:
There are four courts on the premises. During the time the courts are not in use, all employees are welcome to take advantage of the courts. We ask the following things: Permission is needed, proper tennis attire is required (whites), tennis shoes only, no running shoes. Should any guest want to come and use the courts, vacate the court promptly and courteously.
Waterfront:
Trout Lake is one of Wisconsin's finest. There are two docks located on the waterfront. The swimming dock is for guest use only. All employees are welcome to use the boat dock. Employees are welcome to use the following equipment: sailing, water-skiing, canoes, rowboats, and kayaks. No motor boats. You must check out all equipment with the proper resort personnel. Once again, guests have first preference.
Golf:
Trout Lake Golf Course is located 2 miles north of the resort off HWY 51. We get a 20% discount! For more information see: http://www.troutlakegolf.com/main.html
Yoga: Staff can join in our guest Yoga class In the Lodge, Tuesdays at 10am. You must pre-register with Emily or Sarah due to limited spots available.
Getting Here and Getting Around
We are located about 10 miles from the towns of Woodruff and Minocqua. I would say about 50% of our bring an automobile with them. There is minimal public transportation and biking on the highway is discouraged.
For Fun
Fun Things to Do in the Area
Music in The Park- Sunday Nights in Manitowish
https://manitowishwaters.org/things-to-do/music-in-the-park/
Big Top Chautauqua- Although a little bit faraway, but world-renowned musical venue:
https://www.bigtop.org/
Hiking
Map it Vilas County. Great app to find hiking spots to meet your needs:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/map-it-vilas-county/id881933385
Biking

• Trails:
  • Vilas County has some of the best paved trail biking in the state: https://biketheheart.org/bike-trail-map/
  • Win-Man https://www.winmantrails.com/
• Bike Rentals: Coontail: https://coontail.com/pages/rent