Line Cook

HEATHROW COUNTRY CLUB; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier country club in Florida is seeking an experienced Line Cook to prepare and cook various food products according to standardized recipes. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of cooking experience, a high school diploma or GED, and food safety certification. This role demands excellent time management and communication skills. The position requires standing for long hours and maintaining a clean work environment under potentially high-pressure conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Food safety certification is required.
• Ability to follow all state and local health and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food products according to standardized recipes.
• Coordinate with other kitchen operations during service.
• Ensure work areas and equipment are clean and sanitary.

Skills

Time management

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food products including seafood, meats, poultry, vegetables, sauces and stocks, and other food items in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment according to the club’s standardized recipes and daily prep list.

JOB DUTIES

• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Club standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the Club.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform.
• Be knowledgeable of and comply, at all times, with the Club’s policies, standards, and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Take inventory of all items required for station set‑up and determine those items that require preparation.
• Prepare items according to standard recipes.
• Coordinate and time orders with other kitchen operations.
• Requisition items needed to produce menu items.
• Notify the Sous Chef or Executive Chef of expected shortages.
• Ensure assigned work areas and equipment are clean and sanitary.
• Set up, maintain, and break down the prep cook station.
• Cover, date, and neatly store all leftover products that are reusable.
• Make recommendations for maintenance, repair, and upkeep of the line prep area and equipment.
• Close the kitchen properly using the closing checklist.
• Attend kitchen staff meetings and offer suggestions for improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of two years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Food safety certification is required.
• Knowledge of food handling and preparation principles and procedures for all foods produced and served in the club. Must be familiar with and have worked with all kitchen equipment.
• Excellent time management skills, listening skills, oral/written communication skills, and positive interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to prepare menu items as needed for member or guest service.
• Ability to follow all state and local health and food safety regulations.
• Excellent time management skills and listening skills.
• Strong oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow all safety procedures for operating and cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Demonstrated results‑oriented and capable of working with minimal direction and independently.
• Excellent team player with the ability to work hands‑on in a fast‑paced environment.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, and twist or reach.
• Requires the ability to perform a variety of manual labor tasks that will require some strenuous physical efforts, such as carrying, pushing, pulling, or lifting to 50 pounds.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Requires excellent hand‑eye coordination and a sense of taste and smell.
• Possess basic computational ability and mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful, high‑pressure situations and maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Must be effective in listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by members and their guests.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in hot, humid, and noisy environments. Varied weather conditions are expected with exposure to heat/humidity, or cool/cold weather. May work near toxic/caustic chemicals and with fumes or airborne particles. Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, and extended hours as business dictates.