COOK

Job Details Job Location: BIGHORN Golf Club - PALM DESERT, CA 92260 Salary Range: $24.00 - $24.00 Hourly Job Title: Cook Department: Kitchen Reports to: Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine and Executive chef FLSA Classification: Non-exempt, Full-Time Seasonal Supervises: No Created / Updated: August 2025 POSITION OVERVIEW Prepare items required for work station according to par sheets or instructions from Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and Chef de Cuisine. Also responsible for the cooking and proper "doneness" and seasoning of all items as they appear on the menu and daily specials. Maintains consistency and order on the cooking line. Prepare products assigned to work station during service. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares meats, seafood, vegetables and other items required for line and special function purposes as assigned. Carefully follows club's standard recipes when pre-preparing and preparing all items. Properly assembles all tools and utensils needed to accomplish job duties. Prepares or assists in preparing employee meals. Assists with preparation of other food products in other kitchen areas as directed by immediate supervisor. Uses food preparation equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions. Returns unused food products to proper storage areas. Uses safe and sanitary food handling procedures including those relating to personal hygiene. Maintains and cleans work station and equipment. Disposes of trash and food-preparation waste at the end of shift. Returns soiled food preparation utensils and other small wares to the proper areas. Makes recommendations for the maintenance, repair and upkeep of the sauté area and equipment. Attends staff meetings and offers suggestions for improvements. Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by supervisor. Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers 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 High School diploma or GED. At least 3 years related experience or training. Required Technical / Other Skills and Abilities Sound knowledge of menu and skills to determine taste, doneness, presentation, timing and product utilization. Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations. Required Licenses/Certifications Food safety certification. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION When completing this form, look at the job from a typical/average workday perspective. Job Title: Cook Date: 8/20/2025 How many hours are worked per day? 10-15 hrs Percentage Time Designation PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Rarely Stand Walk Sit Use hands to finger, handle or feel Reach with hands and arms over shoulder Reach with hand and arms over head Climb or balance Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Talk or hear Taste or smell i.e., Position requires standing 1/3 of the time. Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often? Percentage Time Designation WEIGHT Rarely Occasionally 1-33% Frequently 34%-66% Continuously 67%-100% Up to 10 pounds Up to 25 pounds Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds More than 100 pounds i.e., Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds. Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply. Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus) No special vision requirements List specific job duties that require the physical demands selected above: Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach. Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds. Continuous repetitive motions. Work in hot, humid and noisy environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr