Line Cook - Private Club, Fine Dining & Growth

Urbana Country Club; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(K)

Flexible Spending Account (HSA)

Full Time Employees

Job summary

Urbana Country Club is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare high-quality dishes for à la carte dining, banquet events, and seasonal resort outlets, following established recipes and presentation standards.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment while maintaining the club’s high standards for service. This role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and special events.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a professional kitchen (private club, hotel, or fine dining a plus).
• Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions with accuracy and consistency.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude, team-oriented, and able to work with a sense of urgency.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
• Set up and stock stations with necessary supplies, equipment, and ingredients.
• Ensure food is cooked and held at safe temperatures according to health code and ServSafe guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen areas throughout service.
• Collaborate with chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure timely and consistent service.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, especially during busy service times.
• Label and store food properly to minimize waste and maintain product integrity.
• Assist with banquet prep, off-site catering, or resort outlet service as needed.
• Participate in daily cleaning duties and periodic deep-cleaning tasks.
• Follow safety protocols and report equipment issues or hazards promptly.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Stamina

Job description

Urbana Country Club is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare high-quality dishes for à la carte dining, banquet events, and seasonal resort outlets, following established recipes and presentation standards.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment while maintaining the club’s high standards for service. This role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and special events.