Cook I

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Cook I position at Tradition Golf Club is responsible for all aspects of food preparation and cooking of hot or cold foods, whichever is assigned. This position is responsible for maintaining food quality and quantity. Responds to special requests for preparation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following

• Ensures the preparation and service of a consistent product that meets quality standards.
• Maintains work area with regard to cleanliness, proper setup, sufficient supplies, safety guidelines, and equipment
• Adheres to proper timing (in and out) procedures of the Club
• Follows direction of Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, and/or Lead cook in preparation of food items
• Works the line in whatever capacity assigned
• Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers
• Customer Service – Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
• Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers
• Conduct monthly safety meetings.
• Safety – Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Prefer some post-secondary culinary arts training
• Must have general training in food preparation techniques
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year in food preparation, hotline, and pantry position

            Required Technical / Other Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods up to four (4) hours in length
• Must have the ability to lift pots, pans, etc., up to 50 pounds in weight on a frequent basis
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication
• Must possess finger and hand dexterity for the preparation of food items.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Food handlers certificate/card

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described on the attached “Physical Demands of Position” chart are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. See attached “Physical Demands of the Position”.

SAFETY

Incumbent is required to comply with established safe work practices and attend all safety-related training provided or made available by Tradition Golf Club.

Tradition Golf Club is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.