TPC River Highlands is a private golf club located in Cromwell, Connecticut, just outside of Hartford. As the proud host of the PGA TOUR’s Travelers Championship—the state’s largest professional sporting event—it stands as one of the premier destinations in the TPC Network. Alongside its championship golf course, the clubhouse offers an exceptional setting for events of all kinds, with scenic views, multiple event spaces, and two full-service kitchens. Known for its welcoming, team-oriented culture, TPC River Highlands delivers an outstanding experience for members, guests, and staff alike.

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The Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality menu items while maintaining strong standards of food safety, cleanliness, and efficiency. This role supports daily kitchen operations and contributes to a consistent, well-executed dining experience for members and guests.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent
Working knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and safe food handling practices acquired through culinary experience or formal training preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Prepare menu items to order in accordance with recipes, plating standards, and portion control guidelines
Maintain prep and organization for assigned station using daily line inventories
Perform a variety of cooking and preparation techniques, including grilling, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, and basic knife work
Prepare stocks, soups, sauces, proteins, vegetables, and starches using standard recipes
Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations throughout the shift
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in kitchen, storage, and waste areas
Assist with banquet and event preparation as needed
Support kitchen leadership and collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service and timely ticket execution
Operate within established company policies, safety standards, and TPC Brand Standards
Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned

Pay Range: $19-24/hr

Our benefits may include:

Medical/Dental/Vision
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Life and Disability insurance
401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Complimentary employee meals
Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments
Tuition Assistance
Playing privileges and employee discounts

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an energetic, dependable team player who takes pride in their work, thrives in the kitchen environment, and is eager to learn and grow within a professional culinary team.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; kneel; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

TRAVEL

Travel is not expected for this position

WORK SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS

This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities

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