Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Yearly bonus
Employee golf
positive work atmosphere
employee incentives
Employment stability

Job Description

The Country Club of Buffalo stands as a premier and historic country club located in Western New York, renowned for its rich tradition, heritage, and an esteemed community of legacy families who have been members for generations. This private establishment boasts a variety of upscale amenities including a challenging golf course designed by the legendary Donald Ross, acclaimed nationally for its excellence. Beyond golf, members enjoy access to tennis courts, swimming facilities, sport shooting options such as trap, skeet, five-stand, and brushwalk shooting, paddle tennis, and six overnight guest rooms for special stays. The clubhouse itself, designed by Duane Lyman, spreads across 55,000 square feet and features elegant living rooms, three distinct dining rooms, and various private party rooms, all combining to create an environment that blends sophistication with comfort. The Country Club of Buffalo is also celebrated for its strong history of employment stability, with many employees and managers serving for multiple decades, supporting a family-like atmosphere with mutual respect between members and staff.

The Culinary Team at the Country Club of Buffalo is a key component of this exceptional experience, led by Executive Chef Joe Piazza CEC, CCA, AAC, who brings decades of experience from some of the most prestigious country club culinary operations across the country. The club is currently seeking talented culinary professionals to join this well-respected team. Ideal candidates are expected to exude positivity, creativity, and adaptability, thriving in a fast-paced and demanding environment while consistently delivering high standards of food quality and service. Emphasizing teamwork along with the ability to work independently, these culinary staff members share a dedication to excellence and a deep commitment to the club’s proud traditions. This role involves daily preparation of lunch and dinner menus, maintaining clean and sanitized work areas, following club recipes meticulously, and contributing to the foundational team culture built on pride, respect, and accountability. Working at the Country Club of Buffalo means becoming part of a community-oriented workplace that values professionalism, respect, continuous improvement, and engagement both within the club and its surrounding environment.

In appreciation of the hard work and dedication of its team members, the club offers competitive benefits including a yearly bonus, employee golf privileges, and various other incentives designed to create a positive and supportive work atmosphere. This opportunity is well-suited for culinary professionals who want to grow their careers in a respected, stable, and dynamic setting where the love of food and service excellence meet tradition and community.

Job Requirements

  • Nights, weekends and holiday availability is required
  • must be at least 18 years of age
  • have a high school diploma or GED
  • graduate of accredited culinary program preferred but not mandatory
  • ability to work in a high paced environment and under pressure
  • possess strong teamwork and communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary education and/or experience
  • previous hospitality industry cooking experience preferred
  • knowledge of basic food preparation principles
  • ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • strong focus on quality service and food
  • positive and adaptable personality

Job Duties

  • Multi-task
  • follow recipes and work in fast paced environment
  • ensure work areas are clean and sanitized
  • prepare work station with required tools needed
  • prepare food items according to club recipes and standards
  • maintain team culture as foundational to the service provided
  • take pride in role at the club

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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