Market Cook

St Andrews Country Club; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

St Andrews Country Club is seeking a skilled cook to support the culinary team in food preparation and cleanliness, with exposure to Master Chef mentorship. The role emphasizes high member expectations, sanitation, and teamwork in a club setting.

The position requires at least 2 years of experience in food preparation; a culinary arts degree is preferred. Candidates should be adaptable to dietary requests and special events, and collaborate with chefs and front-of-house staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in food preparation
• Country Club experience a plus
• Degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program preferred

Responsibilities

• Exceed Member expectations
• Follow sanitation and food storage standards
• Prep food or follow recipes for menu items
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cooking area
• Monitor stock levels and communicate needs to the chef
• Represent the St Andrews brand with a professional presence

Skills

Food prep

Read orders

Guest interaction

Dietary needs

Menu development

Kitchen teamwork

Education

Culinary arts degree

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: St Andrews Country Club Property Association - Boca Raton, FL 33496Salary Range: $22.00 - $24.00 HourlyPosition Summary:

Support of the culinary team in proper order execution, food preparation and cleanliness in a high level of dedication.

This position will gain experience by working with and around Chef Joseph Leonardi, CMC, AAC, who is 1 of 72 Certified Master Chefs in the Country.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exceed Member expectations
• Follow proper sanitation and food storage standards
• Prep food or follow recipes for menu items
• Positive, Cooperative attitude toward all co-workers and management
• Flexibility among special requests or changes
• Must follow kitchen team cleaning schedules
• Follow and maintain culinary standards set by the Sous Chefs
• Represent the St Andrews brand with a clean, composed, and knowledgeable presence.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate needs to the chef or supervisor
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cooking area throughout the shift
• Work closely with other cooks, prep staff, and front-of-house team members
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and labeling of all food items

QualificationsKnowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Ability to prep and plate up ala carte and special event appetizers and entrees
• Responsible for maintaining par stocks of daily items
• Ability to read daily event orders and prep sheets
• Ability to accommodate special requests from members
• Engage with guests in a friendly, professional manner while cooking in an open or semi-open kitchen
• Adapt quickly to guest requests and dietary requirements
• Participate in menu development or specials as needed
• Assist in other areas of the kitchen when required

Education & Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in food preparation position is required
• Country Club experience a plus
• Degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 30 lbs.; work in an upright standing or sitting position for long periods, may fluctuate.
• May handle, finger, grasp, and lift objects and packages.
• Reach with hands and arms, communicate, receive, and exchange ideas and information. Ability to navigate the property/building quickly and efficiently to meet the job functions; complete all required forms.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.