Ala Carte Cook

Job DetailsJob Location: TX - Fort Worth, TX 76107Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $23.00 - $26.00 HourlyJob Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceRiver Crest Country Club is seeking to add full-time Ala Carte Cooks (AM & PM) to its Culinary team.  Located five miles from downtown Fort Worth, River Crest is Fort Worth’s oldest and most storied country club. River Crest offers an excellent Compensation & Benefits Package as well as a great work environment. The pay range for this position is $23 - $26 per hour based on verifiable experience. Our comprehensive benefits program includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, YMCA membership and Flexible Spending Plans (FSA). These benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, full time employees receive Paid Time Off (PTO), are offered participation in our 401(k) plan and all employees enjoy Chef-inspired meals in our Staff Dining Room.   JOB SUMMARY The Ala Carte Cook is responsible for preparing food for our two ala carte restaurants. Will be working with the ala carte team and culinary management assisting other cooks and delivering food in a fast pace environment. QUALIFICATIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS Minimum of six months experience in a kitchen Certification: Any food handling permits as required by state or local law Must be able to work weekends, holidays, day or night shifts and overtime as necessary Must have a basic knowledge of food and its cooking methods Must be able to follow recipes and create consistent, high quality dishes in a timely manner per the Club’s culinary standard Must be able to prepare food items as requested, including special requests, in a timely manner Must be able to determine food and supply needs based on business requirements Must have food presentation skills Must have knowledge of how to operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Must have organization skills of kitchen and equipment Must have knowledge of good safety and cleaning/sanitation practices Must have positive communication skills with the ability to use those skills to interact with a large culinary team.  Use of feedback to correct food quality and issues in a professional manner. Have a strong desire to grow your culinary knowledge Must be a team player and always ready and willing to pitch in Must be open minded and creative Strong at multitasking and handling stress in a fast pace environment Must have reliable transportation Attention to detail and mental concentration are necessary for accurately performing tasks and tolerating frequent interruptions.  Must present a neat and clean personal appearance Must have timely, reliable attendance Must have a professional, courteous & respectful attitude toward Members, guests, vendors, co-workers and supervisors  RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES / FUNCTIONS / TASKS Responsible for following recipes with fresh product that meets the Club’s high food standard Quality Assurance - Check all prepped items and food before it is served to ensure freshness and the highest food standards Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes Determine food and supply quantities based on business needs. Restock items as needed throughout the shift. Responsible for meeting daily timelines Clean and maintain station by practicing good safety and sanitation practices and follow all health code standards Perform and complete other tasks as assigned by the Sous Chef in a timely and attractive manner Responsible for working effectively with the culinary team PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent lifting, kneeling and moving Frequent climbing stairs Frequent work in a noisy environment Frequent work in a hot environment Stand for long hours at a time Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen. All employees are E-Verified.   Qualifications