LINE COOK

Now Hiring Line Cooks

Tara Golf & Country Club | Bradenton, FL

Pay: $18$22 per hour, based on experience Status: Full-time and part-time positions available

Full-time Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development

About the Position

Tara Golf & Country Club is seeking motivated, dependable, and team-oriented Line Cooks to join our culinary team. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in preparing high-quality food and enjoys working in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment.

As a Line Cook, you will play an important role in preparing and presenting dishes to the high standards our members and guests have come to expect. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, attentive to detail, works well as part of a team, and takes pride in delivering consistent quality and excellent service.

Whether you're an experienced cook or looking to continue developing your culinary skills, Tara offers a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and there are opportunities to grow.

About Tara Golf & Country Club

Tara Golf & Country Club is a welcoming private club in Bradenton, Florida, offering members an exceptional golf, dining, and social experience. Our culinary team plays an important role in creating memorable experiences for our members and their guests through quality food, attentive service, and a commitment to excellence.

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

Job Title

Line Cook

Reports To

Executive Chef

Classification

Hourly Full-time, Part-time, Nonexempt

Working Hours

According to shift assignments

Job Purpose

Prepares food as directed by the Chef or General Manager of the club. Cooks to order in a timely manner and issues to servers as ordered based on details provided by recipe cards to ensure menu plate consistency, i.e. preparation, portioning and garnishing of foods. Provide excellence in product and maintains cost controls.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with written standardized food recipes and beverages to ensure the production of consistent quality and portion control, i.e. sizes of portions, methods of preparation, cooking, garnishing of foods, and sees that the food is prepared as ordered.
• Receives and checks food and supplies into the kitchen and storerooms i.e. inspect condition of contents, checks against invoices & orders, and freshness of product. Stores new and reuse products in proper temperatures and proper wrappings.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas as instructed by the Chef or General Manager.
• Complete opening and closing checklists as outlined by the Chef or General Manager.
• Protect the assets of the Club.
• Operate within the guidelines, policies, standards, and constraints as established by Hampton Golf.
• Maintain Food Handlers or Managers Certificate.
• Assist with other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake ware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Very good communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage

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 40 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.