Cook

Channahon Park District; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Job summary

Channahon Park District is seeking a Cook to prepare and present high-quality meals for members and guests at Heritage Bluffs Golf Club. You will follow recipes, uphold sanitation standards, and support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced golf club environment.

The role requires someone who can work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak season events with a strong eye for detail and teamwork. Experience in a kitchen and proper food handling is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as cook or line/prep cook preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and safe food handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to club recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Set up and maintain prep and line stations before, during and after service.
• Assist with food prep for a la carte dining, banquets, and events.
• Monitor food quality, temperatures and safety; minimize waste and manage inventory.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Description

Location: Heritage Bluffs Golf Club
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager
Status: Full-Time or Part-Time, Seasonal or Year-Round as needed

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food for members, guests, tournaments, outings, and club events. This role supports daily kitchen operations by following recipes, maintaining sanitation standards, assisting with prep and service, and helping deliver a consistent dining experience in a fast-paced golf club environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to club recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Set up, stock, and maintain assigned prep and line stations before, during, and after service.
• Assist with food preparation for a la carte dining, banquets, golf outings, and special events.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and cooking temperatures to ensure consistency and food safety.
• Label, date, store, and rotate food products properly to minimize waste and maintain inventory control.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including equipment, utensils, work surfaces, and storage areas.
• Follow all local health regulations, food handling standards, and workplace safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly with chefs, servers, and other team members to ensure efficient and timely service.
• Support opening and closing duties, including cleaning checklists, station breakdown, and restocking.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and reporting shortages, equipment issues, or quality concerns to management.
• Perform other related kitchen and food service duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook, line cook, prep cook, or in a similar food service role preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and safe food handling practices.
• Food handler certification preferred or ability to obtain certification as required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion controls, and verbal or written instructions.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak golf season events.
• Professional appearance, dependability, and a positive attitude.

Work Schedule and Conditions

This position may require early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays depending on club dining hours, special events, and golf season demand. The Cook works in a busy kitchen environment with exposure to heat, sharp equipment, and occasional high-volume service periods.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.
• Ability to work safe in hot and humid and fast paced conditions.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role and may not include all duties assigned by management.

Equal Opportunity Employer Channahon Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Channahon Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening can contact the Channahon Park District.