Kitchen Cook

Cook Position at Pinehurst Country Club

Pinehurst Country Club is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and passionate Cook to join our culinary team. This position is responsible for preparing assigned menu items efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment, maintaining professionalism and clear communication with managers and team members, and delivering premier country club experience while upholding Pinehurst Country Club's standards of excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist cooks in their tasks.
• Be punctual and maintain a neat, clean uniform.
• Obtain necessary products and small equipment items required for food preparation.
• Carefully follow the club's standard recipes while preparing all assigned items.
• Follow manufacturers' instructions when operating food production and serving equipment.
• Consistently use safe and sanitary food handling practices, including those related to personal hygiene.
• Return soiled food preparation utensils and other small wares to the proper areas.
• Maintain a clean work station, including equipment used for food preparation tasks.
• Communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and dining room personnel.
• Attend staff meetings, including pre-shift (line-up) sessions and training as required.
• Perform other appropriate tasks assigned by the Chef and Sous Chefs.
• Follow all club policies, safety procedures, and service standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous hospitality industry cooking experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, and twist or reach.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform continuous repetitive motions.
• Ability to work in a hot, humid, and noisy environment.
• Available to work weekends and holidays.

Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Flexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Compensation & Benefits

Pinehurst Country Club offers a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support the well-being of our team members. All employees enjoy paid sick leave, complimentary meals during shifts, complimentary parking, employee merchandise discounts, and access to employee golf privileges. Full-time employees are eligible for a robust benefits package, including medical insurance, paid time off, and participation in a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching.

Compensation: $23.00-$26.00/hour

Pinehurst Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and members.