Assistant Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association

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Assistant Chef

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: The mission of the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association is to bring a superior level of service to the local community, ensuring that members and guests have a exceptional lake living experience that will not only encourage return visits, but generate excitement and, ultimately, increase pride in property ownership and property values. The Food & Beverage Team is the front line to deliver this experience, whether its through the Pro Shop, the Marina, or the Cove Dining.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Assist with chopping, dicing, saucing, and cooking base ingredients per standardized recipes.
• Kitchen Leadership: Supervise, train, and manage junior kitchen staff and line cooks. Run the kitchen line or act as head chef in the executive chef's absence.
• Inventory Management: Monitor raw ingredients, receive deliveries, and stock rotation utilizing the First In First Out (FIFO) method.
• Quality & Safety Control: Ensure all meals meet the restaurant's quality standards. Regularly inspect stations to maintain strict OSHA and local health department sanitation codes.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Typically requires 2–4 years of proven hands-on culinary or commercial cooking experience.
• Certifications: May require or prefer a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification.
• Physical Stamina: The ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and thrive in a hot, fast-paced, and high-stress environment

Education:

· High school or GED

Working Conditions:

· The majority of the work will be performed, standing, or walking. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks, such as dangerous equipment or chemicals.

General Notice:

· This position description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It does state or imply that these are duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties. All requirements are subject to change and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disability.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Association and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needs of the Association and requirements of the position change.