Employee Meal Cook

Employee Meal Cook

Position Overview: As the Employee Meal Cook at our prestigious country club, you will play a vital role in ensuring the satisfaction and well-being of our dedicated staff members. Your culinary expertise, attention to detail, and ability to create delicious and nutritious meals will contribute to a positive work environment and foster a sense of community among our employees. You will be responsible for preparing meals that meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and food safety. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Compensation: $21 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Planning: Execute diverse and balanced menus for employee meals. Consider dietary restrictions, cultural preferences, and seasonal availability of ingredients. While there will be an opportunity to participate in menu planning for certain items, the bulk of the menu writing will be assisted by the Employee Meal Supervisor, Banquet Chef, and Executive Chef
• Meal Preparation: Execute the planned menus, prepare ingredients, and cook meals to perfection. Ensure timely delivery of meals according to the designated schedule.
• Quality Control: Maintain consistent quality and taste of dishes by adhering to established recipes and cooking techniques. Conduct taste tests to ensure flavors meet the expected standards.
• Nutrition and Health: Pay attention to the nutritional content of meals, striving to offer balanced and wholesome options. Incorporate freshly made ingredients, not premade items/purchased items.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Strictly follow all food safety guidelines, including proper storage, handling, and preparation of ingredients. Keep the kitchen clean and organized, adhering to sanitation standards.
• Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels of ingredients and supplies. Do not let any items given to you by one of your leaders spoil on your cart. Keep your usage cart organized at all times. You are responsible for utilizing the items given to you. Coordinate with the leadership team to ensure timely restocking of necessary items.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations. Communicate openly with the team to address challenges and optimize efficiency. When you are off, ensure everything is set up and you have communicated effectively to ensure employee meal is executed appropriately.
• Cost Control: Work with the culinary leadership team to manage food costs effectively, minimizing waste and using resources efficiently.
• Menu Innovation: Continuously seek feedback from employees and management to improve and innovate the employee meal offerings.
• Safety and Compliance: Comply with all safety regulations and country club policies. Participate in safety training and be vigilant in maintaining a safe kitchen environment.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Cook in a professional kitchen setting.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Understanding of nutrition and the ability to create balanced, healthy meals.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure timely meal delivery.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive attitude and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Preferred Education and/or Experience: A minimum of three years of experience working in a professional kitchen is required. Candidates must possess a Texas State Food Safety Certification. While a Food Managers' Certification is preferred, a Food Handlers' Certification will be accepted.

Physical Demands: This position routinely requires sitting, standing, walking, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, holding, twisting, reaching, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift at least fifty pounds. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and work in a hot, humid, and sometime loud environment for long periods of time. Must be able to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off program
• Excellent health care benefits 100% company paid
• 401K match program
• Access daily to our employee meal program and lounge
• Averaging 40 hours/week with possible overtime
• Flexible schedule

Join our dynamic team and contribute to the overall well-being and satisfaction of our valued employees. Your culinary skills will play an essential role in making our country club a welcoming and enjoyable workplace for everyone.