Snack Bar Attendant/Cook

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: Beach Chef, Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef

COMPENSATION: Non-exempt Hourly compensation (overtime eligible)

POSITION OBJECTIVES:

Prepare food items and Baked Food items required for Snack Bar and Beach Venues, including Banquet and Catered events (breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, Snacks, Swim Meets, Kids Camp, & Outings), and for Preparation of food for all Beach operation outlets for lunch and dinner service.

SUMMARY REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential job function satisfactorily. 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

1. Collects food and beverage products and small wares required for item preparation.

2. Operates food production equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.

3. Carefully follows standard recipes while preparing assigned items for banquet or restaurant service.

4. Assists in plating food items for service.

5. Handles leftover food items as instructed by the Beach Chef.

6. Returns soiled food preparation utensils and small ware items to the proper areas.

7. Cleans Snack Shop/ Ice Cream Shop/preparation/serving equipment.

8. Cleans assigned work station areas.

9. Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices.

Incidental Duties

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 Beach Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef in a professional and timely fashion.

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 and Experience:

Previous experience working as a line cook preferred (high volume, hot and cold preparation)

Up to date Food Handlers / Sanitation license, preferred, or clear understanding and commitment to impeccable Sanitation practices.

Minimum age requirement: 16 per NYS Department of Labor Minor Law guidelines

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

Well versed in Culinary Terms, preferred.

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 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 set ups).

Regular Lifting

Excellent physical fitness, visual acuity and sense of smell to work in the kitchen and bake shop safely.