Cook I - Oak Creek Golf Course ($24.00)

Irvine Company; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Irvine is seeking a Cook I for Oak Creek Golf Course. The position involves preparing food to culinary standards, assisting in various kitchen areas, and maintaining professionalism under pressure. Candidates should have a culinary degree and 3-5 years of high-volume cooking experience. This role offers a starting salary of $24/hour, with benefits including paid time off and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of high-volume culinary experience.
• Must possess California Food Handlers Card.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various kitchen areas and prepare food.
• Coordinate with Sous Chef on menus.
• Perform vegetable prep and plating.
• Ensure food quality and portion control.
• Engage professionally with guests.

Skills

Culinary skills

Multitasking

Bilingual communication (English/Spanish)

Leadership

Knife skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Customer service

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Cook I - Oak Creek Golf Course ($24.00)

Position Summary:

Cook 1 is a lead line cook responsible for assisting in various kitchen areas, preparing food according to Oak Creek Golf Club culinary standards, and maintaining composure under stress.

Job Duties:

• Knowledgeable in culinary skills with ability to multitask and work independently.
• Coordinate with Sous Chef on menus and quality control.
• Perform vegetable prep, plating, stock rotation, and assist coworkers.
• Sear proteins, re-therm/cool products following HACCP guidelines.
• Finish cooking and plating, generate requisitions for inventory.
• Assume some Sous Chef responsibilities in their absence.
• Follow club policies, operational fundamentals, and mission statements.
• Ensure food flavor, presentation, minimize waste, and maintain consistency.
• Engage with guests professionally, maintain neat appearance, and create a safe workstation.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and prepare various food items using appropriate methods.
• Ensure quality, portion control, sanitation, and proper storage of ingredients.
• Assist with food prep during off-peak times and close the kitchen properly.
• Attend employee meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Expectations:

• Culinary degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of high-volume culinary experience.
• Skills in initiative, professionalism, customer service, leadership, bilingual communication (English/Spanish), organizational skills, knife skills, food safety, and sanitation.
• Must possess California Food Handlers Card.

Compensation:

Starting at $24.00/hour with benefits including paid time off, 401(k) matching, and health benefits.

About Us:

Oak Creek Golf Club offers picturesque views designed by Tom Fazio, ideal for golf, weddings, and events. Our team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to exceeding guest expectations in a collaborative environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Irvine Company is an equal opportunity employer providing accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.