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Company Description

Starting pay $18.00-$20.00 per hour - plus enjoy Daily Pay, giving you access to your earnings when you need them!

Discover Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort, a beautiful, full-service resort overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and providing fun for all ages. Guests can kick back and relax in spacious accommodations, splash into our lazy river and pool, and head down the street to explore famous attractions like the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. The Westgate team welcomes guests to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where you can help travelers enjoy an unforgettable, beach-going adventure with the whole family. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Job Description

What You'll Do as a Kitchen Supervisor:

As a Kitchen Supervisor a Westgate Resorts your first love is cooking and your second is leading great teams. The kitchen is your happy place Calculating the needs of your kitchen and balancing it all out with a fabulous guest experience is what you do. Every chef wants to hand the keys over to a strong leader like you. You will demonstrate Westgate’s core values of Passion, Integrity, and Work Ethic in every interaction with guests and team members.​​​​​

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Lead and coordinate the activities of other kitchen Team Members during assigned shifts.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored, and served in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes, and plating consistency.
• Assist with menu development, recipe testing, and cost control initiatives.
• Train and support the culinary team in the finer points of cooking.
• Build a strong team and stay courteous to all owners, guests and team members.
• Order items and ensure proper preparation.
• Act as the role model for all health codes and sanitation practices.
• Provide on-shift leadership and support to team members to ensure smooth operations and exceptional guest service.
• Assist with training and coaching team members while reinforcing company standards and procedures.
• Support opening/closing procedures and shift execution, escalating concerns to management as needed.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Assisting in appraising performance and rewarding team members.
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems. 
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or general education degree GED.
• The Team Member must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Follow instructions without close supervision.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Required to pass a background screen, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must complete state-approved alcohol server training within 60 days of hire (per South Carolina law).

If you love creating clean, welcoming spaces for guests and want to be part of a resort that values teamwork, growth, and great service. Apply today and start your Westgate adventure!

Additional Information

Why Westgate?  

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.