Culinary Apprentice

The Westchester Country Club, built in 1922 is currently a Platinum Club and ranked 12th in the country out of 4000 private Clubs. It is a sportsman paradise with two 18-hole Golf courses and a 9 hole Executive course, with 75 Hotel rooms, Luxury Suites, and 52 Luxury Apartments, several fine dining outlets and an extensive Banquet operation, including a beautiful Beach Club, state of the art Squash and Tennis facilities, home of the world renowned PGA Classic for over 40 years and hosting the Senior Players Championship in 2011. The Club is known worldwide and in the USA for its food program and Golf.

Westchester Country Club is conveniently located 30 miles North of New York City! Join our diverse and talented team today!

REPORTS TO: Outlet Sous Chef, Outlet Chef, Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef

COMPENSATION: Non-exempt Hourly compensation (overtime eligible)

POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an ACF accredited apprentice, you will learn and work in all aspects of food preparation at the Westchester Country Club. This is a two year program. Contribution, production and attendance of required classes are expected for course completion.  During the apprenticeship program, we will develop your understanding of culinary knowledge; develop your palate and present opportunities for professional evaluation and feedback.

SUMMARY REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or satisfy the productivity, performance or qualification standards for the position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

·         Learn to follow standard recipes while preparing assigned items for food service.

·         Prepare and cook all food items as laid out in the menu and in accordance with the specifications on the prep sheet

·         Handle line assignments as scheduled (station prep and station service)

·         Mise en place

·         Handles leftover food items as instructed by the Chef.

·         Return soiled food preparation utensils and small ware items to the proper areas.

·         Clean assigned work station areas.

·         Learn to use safe and sanitary food handling practices according to Local Health and State Laws.

·         Any other task as defined by supervisor

The above list of essential job functions describes the general nature and level of work being performed in this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS 

·Adhere to all WCC Management Guidelines, Policies, & Procedures (including WCC employee handbook, Culinary Department Guidelines and Mission statement)

·Carry out all reasonable requests made by the Outlet Sous Chef, Outlet Chef, Executive Sous Chef or the Executive Chef in a professional and timely fashion.

·Work schedule:  flexible, up to 60 hours a week, including weekends, nights, early AM shifts and holidays.

·Employee is expected to set an example for other cooks

·Precision and efficiency are a must

JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

The following describes the general qualifications and physical, sensory and mental abilities normally associated with performing the essential functions of this position. 

Education & Experience Requirements:

-       Minimum - High School Degree, some vocational culinary training preferred

-       Desire to continue to grow and expand culinary knowledge

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

-       Must be versed in culinary terms.

-       Know how to hold a knife.

-       Able to read labels and understand HACCP and MSDS material training guidelines

Language and Communication Skills:

-       Must be able to communicate & interact professionally with members & employees in the English language.

-       Ability to communicate in Spanish – a plus

Physical, sensory and motor demands:

-       Able to move fast and multi-task in a fast paced, high stress / pressure environment (Heat and Action)

-       Frequent Standing for extended periods of time.

-       Frequent Walking to collect or deliver goods in various kitchens and or reception areas (buffet or station set ups).

-       Regular Lifting up to 50 Lbs.