Cook

Paradise Valley Country Club is seeking a Full-Time Cook for our Bistro. As a Cook, you will play a crucial role in the preparation of culinary dishes in your section, maintaining high standards of cooking and presentation. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chef Manager and Lead Chefs in ensuring the completeness of all food and kitchen equipment sent to each function.
• Review and understand all menus for club events, collaborating with cooks and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow.
• Review all la carte dishes, focusing on maintaining and monitoring high standards of cooking and presentation.
• Demonstrate functional knowledge in sauted items and sauces.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and actively contribute suggestions for improvement.
• Check the completeness of all suppliers' deliveries and the correctness of their invoices.
• Utilize Standard Recipe Cards for preparing all products.
• Maintain awareness of the functionality of all kitchen equipment and promptly report any equipment problems.
• Stay updated on current food trends related to presentation and style, contributing to new menu ideas and design.
• Ensure the unit kitchen is left clean and tidy at all times.
• Properly wrap, label, and store completed food in the out-fridge for each event.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Lead Chefs and Chef Manager.
• Observe all Food Hygiene and Health and Safety policies.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in cooking and working in a kitchen environment.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions in English.
• Professional and courteous interaction with superiors, co-workers, and members.
• Exceptional multitasking abilities in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking techniques and knife handling skills.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Previous prep or line cook experience.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One to three years of related experience and/or training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.