Line Cook

Battleground Country Club; Englishtown (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Battleground Country Club in Englishtown, New Jersey, is seeking a dedicated food preparer. The role involves preparing food for a la carte and banquet service, maintaining a clean workstation, and accommodating special requests from guests. Candidates should have the capability to follow standard recipes and instructions from the Executive Chef and maintain kitchen equipment. Flexibility and professionalism in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare food accurately and timely.
• Experience in maintaining a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Flexibility to accommodate special needs/requests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for a la carte or banquet service.
• Maintain workstation in accordance with established par levels.
• Ensure proper storage and rotation of food products.
• Perform action station work as directed.
• Report problems with kitchen equipment to the supervisor.

Job description

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef, Chef d’Cuisine.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare food for a la carte and banquet service in accordance with Club’s standard recipes and methods, under direction of the Executive Chef, Chef d’Cuisine or Banquet Chef.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepare food for a la carte or banquet service accurately and in a timely and sanitary fashion.
• Ensure workstation is adequately prepared for service in accordance with par levels established by Executive Chef, as applicable.
• Always maintain a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Accommodate special needs/requests of members or guests whenever possible.
• Properly store and rotate products from food deliveries.
• Perform action station work (i.e. Omelet, Carving, etc.) as directed by Executive Chef, Chef d’Cuisine or Banquet Chef.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in clean, sanitary and good working order. Report problems to immediate supervisor. Take appropriate corrective action, as necessary.
• Report on time and prepared for your shift.
• Work your schedule as posted. Do not punch in or out early or late without permission from your immediate supervisor.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to respond to fluctuating business levels.
• Maintain a professional and positive working relationship with front of house staff and co-workers.