Cook - Mid-Level (The Double Eagle at the Chautauqua Golf Club)/Seasonal Employment

Chautauqua Institution; New York; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Chautauqua Institution seeks a Mid-Level Cook for seasonal employment at The Double Eagle, serving players at the Chautauqua Golf Club. This role requires culinary skills to prepare high-quality meals while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards. A flexible schedule with potential for advocacy and a $500 referral bonus make this a rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Referral bonus

Free gate pass to programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years as a cook required.
• Should meet standard food safety requirements.
• Experience with food preparation and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Follows recipes and prepares food ensuring quality.
• Maintains food safety and cleanliness.
• Communicates with front-of-house managers regarding menu items.

Skills

Team Player

Food Safety

Food Presentation

Education

Culinary Education/Experience

Job description

Cook - Mid-Level (The Double Eagle at the Chautauqua Golf Club)/Seasonal Employment

Job Category: Culinary

Requisition Number: COOKM004272

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• Full-Time
• Rate: $16.50 USD per hour

Locations

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New York State - Hotel 3
The Athenaeum Hotel
3 S Lake Dr
Chautauqua, NY 14722, USA

The Double Eagle serves players and members of The Chautauqua Golf Club, providing snacks, lunch, and a full-service bar in the air-conditioned clubhouse, under a covered patio, and around the greens on our mobile beverage cart.

Compensation

Starting at $16.50/hour, with potential to earn up to $19.00/hour based on experience and qualifications.

Work Schedule

• Follows recipes, prepares food ensuring taste, presentation, and temperature.
• Maintains food safety and cleanliness.
• Communicates with front-of-house managers about menu items and ingredients.
• Proper storage, labeling, and rotation of products (FIFO).
• Works as a positive team player.
• May work full-time or part-time, including weekends; shifts typically 8 hours, start times between 5am and 5pm.
• May be required to inventory and report on food station items.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Referral Program

Offers a $500 referral bonus for employees who refer a candidate hired and retained for at least 90 days (or 30 days for seasonal positions).

Schedule & Housing

Flexible seasonal schedules from June to August, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Housing options may be limited and are not guaranteed.

About Chautauqua Institution

A nonprofit fostering dialogue in arts, education, religion, and recreation, located on Chautauqua Lake, NY. Employees gain access to programs with a free gate pass.

Our Commitment to IDEA

We value inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants with IDEA experience and engagement.

Qualifications

Experience: 1-3 years as a cook, with culinary education/experience.

Licenses & Certifications: Not specified but should meet standard food safety requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Further details available in the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.