Cook

The Citrus Club; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Citrus Club in La Quinta, CA is seeking a Cook to support a la carte and private event food production. Candidates must have prior cook experience and a strong knowledge of kitchen operations in a high-quality environment.

Serve Safe certification and clear English communication are required. You will work on broiler, pantry, and sauté stations, prepare diverse menu items, ensure sanitary practices, and maintain a clean, safe work area for the entire shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as a cook in upscale or high-quality dining.
• Strong food preparation and kitchen operation knowledge.
• Serve Safe certification is required.
• Understanding of sanitation practices.
• Ability to communicate in English with team and managers.
• Shows team spirit and works well with others.
• Demonstrates urgency and aims to exceed member expectations.

Responsibilities

• Work with broiler, pantry, and sauté stations, purchasing and receiving.
• Consult with Sous Chef on menu requirements and supplies.
• Prepare and cook food, including à la carte items, per specifications and sanitation standards.
• Portion food and relay to servers on order.
• Prepare cold side items per menus and specials.
• Make daily preparations of menu items with high quality and presentation.
• Assist in other food preparation for events as needed.
• Keep kitchen clean including walk-ins and dry storage.
• Operate equipment safely and sanitarily.
• Report shortages to Sous Chef or supervisor.
• Assist in receiving and storage of food.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Cooks hot side items for banquets and help others as needed.
• Breakdown station at end of shift; turn off equipment and lock storage.

Skills

Cook experience

Food preparation

Serve Safe certification

Sanitation practices

English communication

Team spirit

Sense of urgency

Job description

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Cook

FULL TIME SEASONAL Service THE CITRUS CLUB, La Quinta, CA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2915

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cook is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of culinary services for our Members and guests. This Employee Partner supports a la carte and private event food production. In addition, s/he maintains consistent food preparation and plate presentation for a la carte venues and catered events. The Cook also maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times of the day, helping to ensure the safety of fellow Employee Partners.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Prior experience as a Cook required.
• This position requires considerable knowledge and experience in food preparation, and kitchen operation in high quality/upscale environment.
• Serve safe certification is required
• A sound understanding of sanitation practices
• Able to understand and communicate in English and must be able to communicate effectively to team members and managers
• Possess a team member spirit and work closely with others
• Have a sense of urgency and strives to exceed member expectations

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working knowledge of broiler, pantry and sauté stations. As well as purchasing and receiving. Must have reliable transportation. Ability to foster strong relationships with members and employees.
• Confers with Sous Chef for menu requirements, and food supplies for preparation.
• Prepares and cooks food, including a la carte items, according to specifications, proper presentation, and in a required sanitary manner.
• Portions food and issues to server upon order.
• Prepares all cold side items according to menus and specials.
• Makes daily preparations of menu items in a high quality and presentation manner.
• Assists in other food preparation (hot or cold) for other events as needed.
• Cleans work area when cooking is completed. Assists in keeping kitchen area clean, including walk-in freezers and dry storage areas.
• Operates equipment in safe and sanitary manner.
• Reports to Sous Chef or other supervisor on food supply shortage or any other problem at the station.
• Assists in receiving and storage of food when necessary.
• Performs other duties as requested.
• Cooks hot side food items for banquets and assists other cooks in food preparation as needed.
• Breaks down the station in the end of each shift: turns off all equipment and lights, locks storage areas.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and stand for long durations of time.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Kitchen environment, heat and cold exposure