Line Cook

River Oaks Country Club•Houston, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

River Oaks Country Club (ROCC) is seeking a professional and talented Line Cook to join its Culinary Team. The team is responsible for producing and providing service to five restaurant concepts, along with their Banquets & Catering program. Reporting to the Executive Chef & Restaurant Chef’s, you will be training under the Sous Chef Team to learn the various Club kitchen operations in A la Carte dining services. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance their Culinary Career.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of proven past experience in a similar role at a Country Club, Hotel or Upscale Dining restaurant.
Able to work a flexible full-time schedule, based on Club business. Includes weekends & holidays.
Able to clearly communicate, read & write in English language
Willing to train & learn Club’s recipes and standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
Working knowledge of software. Such as FoodTrak (preferred)
Possess a valid Texas Food Handlers Certificate
Must have the ability to multi-task efficiently while remaining focused on the goal to execute multiple events, at a time
Able to move and lift up to 25 lbs without assistance
Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required
Able to commute to our location with reliable transport. Maintains good attendance

Nice To Haves

Able to accept constructive criticism about dishes.
Enjoys working hard and seizing opportunities as they present themselves
A clear communicator; Able to establish clear direction within the team
Team player with attention to detail
Dedicated to meeting the expectations of our Club Membership; always acts with the customer in mind.
Prioritizes effectively and concentrates on the most critical tasks to meet each time lines
Able & willing to train in various kitchen stations and services, to grow as a culinarian
Follows through with instructions consistently and to a high standard
Be able to solve problems quickly in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Working knowledge of Banquet & A la Carte Kitchen Stations (Fry Station, Broiler Station, Sautee Station, Grill Station & Pantry)
Assures all menu items are prepared and are fresh prior to service
Serves items in accordance with established portions and presentation standards
Sets up service units with needed items; Sets up, maintains and breaks down work station
Requisitions items needed to produce menu items
Adheres to state and local health and safety regulations; Ensures work areas and equipment are clean and sanitary.
Assists the Restaurant Chef’s in maintaining security and safety in the kitchen
Follows Club’s appearance standards of a neat professional appearance and observes personal cleanliness rules
Covers, dates and properly stocks all food production/stores leftover products that are re-usable
Follows Club’s menu recipes & procedures with all food production. Is required to speak with a direct supervisor(s) before making any changes to Club's recipe's and/or Club procedures.
Ensures that all storage areas, walk ins and reach ins are neat and cleaned on a daily basis