COOK

Bighorn Golf Club, Inc.; Palm Desert, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BIGHORN Golf Club, Inc. in Palm Desert, CA, is seeking a Kitchen Cook to prepare items for the station according to par sheets and guidance from the Executive Chef, Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine.

The role emphasizes correct doneness, seasoning and consistency on the line. Responsibilities include following standard recipes, assembling tools, preparing employee meals, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 3 years related experience or training is preferred.
• Food safety certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meats, seafood, vegetables and other items for line and function service.
• Follows club standard recipes for pre-preparing and cooking items.
• Maintains and cleans work station and equipment.
• Assists with employee meal preparation and other kitchen duties as directed by supervisor.
• Attends staff meetings and supports departmental objectives and safety training.

Skills

Menu knowledge

Emergency procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: BIGHORN Golf Club - PALM DESERT, CA 92260
• Salary Range: $24.00 - $24.00 Hourly
• Job Title: Cook
• Department: Kitchen
• Reports to: Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine and Executive chef
• FLSA Classification: Non-exempt, Full-Time Seasonal
• Supervises: No
• Created / Updated: August 2025

POSITION OVERVIEW

Prepare items required for work station according to par sheets or instructions from Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and Chef de Cuisine. Also responsible for the cooking and proper "doneness" and seasoning of all items as they appear on the menu and daily specials. Maintains consistency and order on the cooking line. Prepare products assigned to work station during service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares meats, seafood, vegetables and other items required for line and special function purposes as assigned.
• Carefully follows club's standard recipes when pre-preparing and preparing all items.
• Properly assembles all tools and utensils needed to accomplish job duties.
• Prepares or assists in preparing employee meals.
• Assists with preparation of other food products in other kitchen areas as directed by immediate supervisor.
• Uses food preparation equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions.
• Returns unused food products to proper storage areas.
• Uses safe and sanitary food handling procedures including those relating to personal hygiene.
• Maintains and cleans work station and equipment.
• Disposes of trash and food-preparation waste at the end of shift.
• Returns soiled food preparation utensils and other small wares to the proper areas.
• Makes recommendations for the maintenance, repair and upkeep of the sauté area and equipment.
• Attends staff meetings and offers suggestions for improvements.
• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers
• Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers
• Safety – Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years related experience or training.

Required Technical / Other Skills and Abilities

• Sound knowledge of menu and skills to determine taste, doneness, presentation, timing and product utilization.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Food safety certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION

When completing this form, look at the job from a typical/average workday perspective.

Job Title: Cook

Date: 8/20/2025

How many hours are worked per day? 10-15 hrs

Percentage Time Designation

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Rarely <1%
Occasionally 1-33%
Frequently 34-66%
Continuously 67-100%

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle or feel

Reach with hands and arms over shoulder

Reach with hand and arms over head

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Taste or smell

i.e., Position requires standing 1/3 of the time.

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?

Percentage Time Designation

WEIGHT

Rarely <1%

Occasionally 1-33%

Frequently 34%-66%

Continuously 67%-100%

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

More than 100 pounds

i.e., Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds.

Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

No special vision requirements

List specific job duties that require the physical demands selected above:

Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach. Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds. Continuous repetitive motions. Work in hot, humid and noisy environment.