Cook 4, Culinary

Indio, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $25.00 - $26.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

401(k) Plan

Job Description

Trilogy at The Polo Club is a premier resort community located along the acclaimed Avenue 52 on the border of La Quinta and Indio, California. This 25,000+ square foot club offers a variety of amenities including exquisite dining, event spaces, fitness facilities, pools, and outdoor recreational activities. It is uniquely set upon a gentle rise, providing spectacular panoramic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains to the southwest and the Chocolate Mountains to the north. The centerpiece of the club’s dining experience is June Hill’s Table, a restaurant renowned for its culinary excellence. In addition, the 2Palms Event Center is an integral part of the club, serving as a versatile venue open to the public for dining reservations and private event bookings. The club prides itself on creating an exceptional atmosphere where members and guests can indulge in top-tier amenities and services in a scenic and welcoming environment. Trilogy at The Polo Club is part of the distinguished BlueStar Resort & Golf family, known for its commitment to exceptional hospitality and community living.

The role of Cook 4 at Trilogy at The Polo Club is a vital position within the Food & Beverage Team. This full-time hourly role is responsible for food preparation, cooking, and serving, reporting directly to the Kitchen Manager or Executive Chef. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $25 to $26 per hour and includes eligibility for comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, paid time off, and participation in the company’s 401(k) plan after specific service milestones. Cook 4 is expected to master all kitchen stations, including plating and expeditor duties, effectively communicate and train new and existing kitchen staff, ensure superior standards of service, and lead kitchen operations during service hours. Candidates will have the opportunity to contribute creatively by assisting in the development of weekly and daily specials. The position demands a highly customer-oriented approach, strong team-building skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic kitchen environment. Trilogy at The Polo Club fosters a culture of honesty, integrity, respect, teamwork, and competitive spirit, all of which Cook 4 candidates are expected to embody. The role is pivotal in maintaining the club’s high standards of culinary excellence and customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

High school diploma preferred or equivalent education and experience
Minimum of three years' cooking experience in commercial kitchen
Current Food Handlers card
Ability to read and interpret documents like safety rules and procedures
Effective speaking skills before customers or team members
Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions independently
Initiative and responsibility for actions
Self-motivated and proactive team player
Detail-oriented and comfortable in fast-paced environment
Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

Job Qualifications

High School diploma preferred, or the equivalent combination of education and professional experience
Minimum of three years’ cooking experience in commercial kitchen
Current Food Handlers card
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or team members
Ability to think, work, solve practical problems, and make independent decisions, based on sound judgment
Must demonstrate initiative and accept responsibility for decisions and actions
Must be self-motivated, proactive, and a team player
Must be able to pay attention to multiple details and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is expected
This position requires a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends

Job Duties

Work and master all kitchen stations, including plating and/or expeditor
Kitchen trainer responsible to teach all new staff their station assignments and standard recipes
Able to teach existing staff how to cook a different station and cross train
Proficient in plating all dishes on the menu and special dishes
Able to lead a kitchen service, read tickets, and monitor ticket times, including food firing, cooking quality standards, plating standards and respond to special orders in an effective and positive manner
Able to assist management with developing weekly and daily specials as needed
Ensure superior standards of service meet the requirements of guests and employees