PREP COOK - GLEN KERNAN

Now Hiring Prep Cook Glen Kernan Club | Jacksonville, FL

Pay: $17$19 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Full-time

Full-time team members are eligible for a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Supportive Team Environment
• Healthy Work-Life Balance

About the Position

Glen Kernan Club is seeking a dependable and motivated Prep Cook to join our culinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen, takes pride in quality and consistency, and wants to be part of an elevated dining experience.

As a Prep Cook, you will support the kitchen team by preparing ingredients, following recipes, maintaining kitchen organization, and ensuring food is prepared efficiently and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate is a team player with strong attention to detail, a passion for food preparation, and a willingness to learn and grow.

About Glen Kernan Club

Located in the heart of Jacksonville for more than two decades, Glen Kernan Club is entering a bold new era. With a newly redesigned golf course and a stunning clubhouse and resort-style athletic park now open, the "New" Glen Kernan Club blends timeless tradition with modern innovationdelivering an unparalleled private club experience.

Our Culture and Values provide Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Be part of an exciting new chapter at one of Jacksonville's most prestigious private clubs.

Job title

Prep Cook

Reports to

Executive Chef

Classification

Hourly Full-time, Part-time, Nonexempt

Working Hours

According to shift assignments

Job purpose

The Prep Cook supports the kitchen team by preparing ingredients, ensuring consistency, and following recipes as directed by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef. The Prep Cook helps maintain high-quality food production, proper portion control, and timely, efficient preparation while maintaining kitchen organization and supporting cost-control initiatives.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, and cutting vegetables, meats, and other items per recipe specifications.
• Operate cutting tools and kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Communicate clearly and efficiently with Executive Chef to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow recipes precisely to prepare sauces, dressings, entrees, and side dishes, ensuring consistent taste and quality.
• Ensure proper storage of all food items to maintain freshness and organization.
• Check food deliveries for accuracy, quality, and freshness; store products according to safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to sanitation and safety procedures.
• Complete opening and closing checklists to ensure the kitchen is prepared for service and secure at closing.
• Conduct daily walk-throughs to ensure safety, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and guidelines set by Hampton Golf.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Prep Cook, Line Cook or similar kitchen role required
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake ware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Knowledge of pastry, baking, and dessert preparation is a plus
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical demands of the position
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training is a plus

Working conditions

Work is primarily indoors. Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.

This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any on the job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Physical requirements

Good organizational and verbal skills. Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitors and develops subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas, write and read member communication.

Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up to 50 lbs., up to 30 lbs. frequently. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting. Ability to consistently lift, carry and load adaptive and other sports equipment that may weigh 50 or more pounds, and sustain aerobic activity for 20 consecutive minutes.