Lead Cook

Champion Hills Club , located in Hendersonville, NC, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Lead Cook ! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you'll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Lead and coordinate kitchen line operations during service, ensuring timing, quality, and presentation.
• Supervise and train line cooks and prep staff in proper cooking methods, food handling, and sanitation procedures.
• Monitor food levels and assist with ordering, receiving, and proper storage of ingredients.
• Ensure all stations are set up and stocked prior to service.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas.
• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Executive Chef to assist in menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Uphold health, safety, and sanitation regulations as required by local, state, and federal laws.
• Support a positive and professional kitchen culture built on teamwork and respect.
• Assist in inventory control and minimizing food waste.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-3 years of professional cooking experience; supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, knife skills, and food safety standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining quality and composure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• ServSafe or equivalent food handler certification preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as business require.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Benefits & Other Compensation:
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Retirement Benefits - 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)

• Time Off - Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

• Additional Compensation - Eligibility for Bonuses, Commissions, Service Charge, Employee Meals

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company's discretion.


About Troon


Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at

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