Cook- The Grill (PM Shift)

Washington Golf & Country Club•Arlington, VA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for preparing a wide variety of meats, vegetables, starches, breakfast items, pastry items, salad items and other food items. Receive food ingredients and supplies from Main Kitchen and Pantry as required for daily operations Review production schedules to determine food requirements, including variety and quantity of food for preparation and assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities Season and prepare a wide variety of foods; such as, vegetables, fruits, meats, soups, salads, starches, grains and cereals in accordance with prescribed recipes Slice, grind, chop and cook meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods and test foods being cooked for quality, taste and appearance Carve and display meats, vegetables, fruits and salads and replenish buffet items as necessary Prepare and bake simple pastries and rolls Complete production sheets and other records as required Maintain clean work areas, utensils and equipment Clean cooking utensils, grills, fryers, ovens, sinks, table top and other kitchen equipment and maintain sanitation, health and safety issues in the work area Cater special events as required Attend to day-to-day problems and needs concerning food supplies and equipment and report to supervisor any unusual problems with supplies, equipment or working conditions Ensure proper labeling, rotation and freshness of all food items and dispose of and record all spoiled or unattractive foods May be required to prepare special items according to prescribed request by a member Other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; Culinary degree or Accredited certification preferred
1+ years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods
Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls and/or other baked goods
VA Food Service Sanitation Certification, preferred
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques and quality standards
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies
Ability to interact with all departments and members professionally and courteously
Ability to ensure quality assurance programs in areas of responsibility
Ability to multi-task with a professional demeanor while meeting and exceeding expectations
Demonstrated organization and coordination skills
Ability to grasp, understand and train on front of the house techniques and service methods
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills to a wide variety of constituents
Excellent interpersonal/relationship-building skills
Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
Must be able to sit, walk, squat, climb, reach, bend, stoop, twist, stand, clean and lift up to 40 pounds
Must be able to handle hot and cold interior and exterior conditions and exposure to dust, fumes or gases
Must be able to work within proximity to moving machinery
Independent mobility
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must be able to perform work without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future. Washington Golf and Country Club does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or Accredited certification preferred
VA Food Service Sanitation Certification, preferred

Responsibilities

Preparing a wide variety of meats, vegetables, starches, breakfast items, pastry items, salad items and other food items
Receive food ingredients and supplies from Main Kitchen and Pantry as required for daily operations
Review production schedules to determine food requirements
Season and prepare a wide variety of foods
Slice, grind, chop and cook meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods and test foods being cooked for quality, taste and appearance
Carve and display meats, vegetables, fruits and salads and replenish buffet items as necessary
Prepare and bake simple pastries and rolls
Complete production sheets and other records as required
Maintain clean work areas, utensils and equipment
Clean cooking utensils, grills, fryers, ovens, sinks, table top and other kitchen equipment and maintain sanitation, health and safety issues in the work area
Cater special events as required
Attend to day-to-day problems and needs concerning food supplies and equipment
Ensure proper labeling, rotation and freshness of all food items and dispose of and record all spoiled or unattractive foods
Prepare special items according to prescribed request by a member
Other duties as assigned