Prep Cook

Hampton Golf - Laurel Oak Country Club (Hampton Golf Inc.)•Sarasota, FL

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Laurel Oak Country Club is seeking a dependable, motivated Prep Cook to support its culinary team in preparing ingredients, following recipes, and keeping the kitchen organized. The role prepares food as directed by the Chef or General Manager, cooks to order in a timely manner, and provides dishes to servers according to recipe-card specifications to ensure consistent preparation, portioning, and garnishing. The position helps deliver quality dining experiences while maintaining product quality and cost controls. The work is primarily indoors and follows assigned shifts. The role involves exposure to sharp utensils and equipment, rapidly moving equipment, harmful chemicals, and potentially flying golf balls. It requires moderate physical work, including lifting, carrying, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, and grasping. Some activities may require standing for up to five hours without sitting. Ladder use above eight feet and certain facility maintenance activities are restricted under the stated club procedures.

Requirements

Proven experience as a cook.
Experience using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
Knowledge of cooking procedures and methods, including grilling, baking, and boiling.
Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Very good communication skills.
Excellent physical condition and stamina.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform moderate physical work, including lifting up to 40 pounds and frequently lifting up to 30 pounds.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, stand, push, lift, and grasp, including standing for up to five 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.

Nice To Haves

Diploma from a culinary school.

Responsibilities

Follow standardized food and beverage recipes to produce consistent quality and portions, including preparation, cooking, and garnishing, and ensure food is prepared as ordered.
Wash and chop vegetables, cut meat, measure ingredients and seasonings, and label and stock ingredients.
Receive and inspect food and supplies, check contents against invoices and orders, verify freshness, and store new and reusable products at proper temperatures and with proper wrapping.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas as instructed by the Chef or General Manager.
Complete opening and closing checklists as directed by the Chef or General Manager.
Protect the assets of the Club.
Operate within the guidelines, policies, standards, and constraints established by Hampton Golf.
Maintain a Food Handlers or Managers Certificate.
Assist with other duties as needed.