Cook-Main (AM Shift)

Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

team environment

Job Description

Washington Golf and Country Club is a prestigious private club located in Arlington, Virginia. Established in 1894, this historic institution offers its members a wide array of recreational and social activities in an exclusive and elegant setting. Renowned for its world-class golf course designed by the famous architect Donald Ross, the club provides exceptional facilities including a clubhouse, dining options, tennis courts, and swimming pools. The club prioritizes high standards of quality and service to ensure a distinguished experience for its members. With a commitment to excellence, Washington Golf and Country Club fosters a supportive work environment that values professionalism, teamwork, and a service-first mindset. The club is dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for both members and employees, complying with federal, state, and local employment laws to maintain a fair workplace environment.

The role of Cook at Washington Golf and Country Club is crucial to maintaining the high standards of food quality and presentation that members expect. This full-time position involves preparing a wide variety of foods ranging from meats, vegetables, and starches to breakfast items, pastries, and salads according to prescribed recipes and quality guidelines. Working closely with the culinary team, the cook will receive ingredients from the main kitchen and pantry and ensure the daily production schedules are met. Responsibilities include seasoning, chopping, grinding, and cooking various ingredients using multiple cooking methods while testing foods for taste, quality, and appearance. The cook will also carve and display foods for buffets, replenish items as necessary, bake pastries and rolls, maintain cleanliness of work areas and kitchen equipment, and cater special events as needed.

This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and a professional demeanor. The cook must be familiar with food safety, sanitation, and health standards, ensuring proper labeling, rotation, and disposal of food items. Effective communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with other departments and members are essential. The role demands physical stamina, including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in various temperature conditions. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. Washington Golf and Country Club does not provide visa sponsorship.

Joining Washington Golf and Country Club means becoming part of a team that forms the foundation of the member experience. The club values individuals who demonstrate a passion for culinary excellence, a commitment to high service standards, and the ability to contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals with at least one year of experience who are seeking a rewarding career in a prestigious private club setting.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
1+ years of directly related experience
Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods
Ability to prepare and bake pastries, rolls or other baked goods
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods
Ability to use cleaning equipment and supplies safely
Ability to interact professionally and courteously with others
Ability to multi-task and maintain professionalism
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Ability to read and interpret business and technical documents
Strong oral and written communication skills
Physical ability to perform kitchen duties including lifting up to 40 pounds
Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Culinary degree or Accredited certification preferred
1+ years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods
Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls and/or other baked goods
VA Food Service Sanitation Certification, preferred
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques and quality standards
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies
Ability to interact with all departments and members professionally and courteously
Ability to ensure quality assurance programs in areas of responsibility
Ability to multi-task with a professional demeanor while meeting and exceeding expectations
Demonstrated organization and coordination skills
Ability to grasp, understand and train on front of the house techniques and service methods
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills to a wide variety of constituents
Excellent interpersonal/relationship-building skills
Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service

Job Duties

Receive food ingredients and supplies from Main Kitchen and Pantry as required for daily operations
Review production schedules to determine food requirements, including variety and quantity of food for preparation and assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities
Season and prepare a wide variety of foods such as vegetables, fruits, meats, soups, salads, starches, grains and cereals in accordance with prescribed recipes
Slice, grind, chop and cook meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods and test foods being cooked for quality, taste and appearance
Carve and display meats, vegetables, fruits and salads and replenish buffet items as necessary
Prepare and bake simple pastries and rolls
Complete production sheets and other records as required
Maintain clean work areas, utensils and equipment
Clean cooking utensils, grills, fryers, ovens, sinks, table top and other kitchen equipment and maintain sanitation, health and safety issues in the work area
Cater special events as required
Attend to day-to-day problems and needs concerning food supplies and equipment and report to supervisor any unusual problems with supplies, equipment or working conditions
Ensure proper labeling, rotation and freshness of all food items and dispose of and record all spoiled or unattractive foods
May be required to prepare special items according to prescribed request by a member
Other duties as assigned