Cook-Main (AM Shift)

Food Service CookResponsible for preparing a wide variety of meats, vegetables, starches, breakfast items, pastry items, salad items and other food items.Receive food ingredients and supplies from Main Kitchen and Pantry as required for daily operationsReview production schedules to determine food requirements, including variety and quantity of food for preparation and assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activitiesSeason and prepare a wide variety of foods; such as, vegetables, fruits, meats, soups, salads, starches, grains and cereals in accordance with prescribed recipesSlice, grind, chop and cook meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods and test foods being cooked for quality, taste and appearanceCarve and display meats, vegetables, fruits and salads and replenish buffet items as necessaryPrepare and bake simple pastries and rollsComplete production sheets and other records as requiredMaintain clean work areas, utensils and equipmentClean cooking utensils, grills, fryers, ovens, sinks, table top and other kitchen equipment and maintain sanitation, health and safety issues in the work areaCater special events as requiredAttend to day-to-day problems and needs concerning food supplies and equipment and report to supervisor any unusual problems with supplies, equipment or working conditionsEnsure proper labeling, rotation and freshness of all food items and dispose of and record all spoiled or unattractive foodsMay be required to prepare special items according to prescribed request by a memberOther duties as assignedHigh school diploma or GED; Culinary degree or Accredited certification preferred1+ years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specifiedSkill in cooking and preparing a variety of foodsAbility to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls and/or other baked goodsVA Food Service Sanitation Certification, preferredKnowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques and quality standardsAbility to safely use cleaning equipment and suppliesAbility to interact with all departments and members professionally and courteouslyAbility to ensure quality assurance programs in areas of responsibilityAbility to multi-task with a professional demeanor while meeting and exceeding expectationsDemonstrated organization and coordination skillsAbility to grasp, understand and train on front of the house techniques and service methodsAbility to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulationsDemonstrated strong oral and written communication skills to a wide variety of constituentsExcellent interpersonal/relationship-building skillsProven record of providing excellent internal and external customer serviceMust be able to sit, walk, squat, climb, reach, bend, stoop, twist, stand, clean and lift up to 40 poundsMust be able to handle hot and cold interior and exterior conditions and exposure to dust, fumes or gasesMust be able to work within proximity to moving machineryIndependent mobilityPay Rate: $18.00- $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must be able to perform work without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future. Washington Golf and Country Club does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.Washington Golf and Country Club is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.At WGCC, our team is the foundation of the member experience. We value professionalism, teamwork, and a service-first mindset, and we take pride in creating a welcoming environment for both our members and our employees