CHEF TOURNANT​/PRODUCTION

Overview

Thank you for applying to one of the premier places to work in Northeast Florida. Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club is a premier place to work in the region. We are seeking people who have a desire to join our team. What's in it for you? Top pay, flexible scheduling, company-provided uniforms and dry cleaning benefits, company-provided training and certifications, and more.

Apply today and take advantage of a unique opportunity to work at this historic property.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English at a level sufficient to communicate effectively with clients, members, guests and co-workers.
• Training &
  
  Experience:
  
  Must have 3 years of cooking experience in a professional kitchen; to include saucier, prep, banquet, pantry and hot line.
• Job Knowledge: Must have working knowledge of 5 basic sauce groups, soup preparations, food product, cooking temperatures, banquet production, sanitation standards as outlined by the Health Department, use of all kitchen equipment and accompanying safety features.

To ensure the food production of the kitchen satisfactorily meets the specifications of the Executive Chef with regard to quality, presentation, sanitation and cost control.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, to include weekends, holidays and split shifts.
• Arrive to work on time, consistently.
• Upon entering the property, arrive in proper uniform, crisp, clean and in good repair.
• Hair must be clean and cut in a becoming style; management has final approval.
• Attend all required training, safety courses; attend office and departmental meetings.
• Report any safety hazards, follow up that hazard has been corrected, and assist with providing a safe work environment.
• Consult with Executive Chef daily on menus and daily specials preparation.
• Consult with Executive Chef regularly on new ideas for the kitchen, including menu items, daily specials, and ways to reduce costs.
• Oversee kitchen personnel to ensure production is up to standards.
• Maintain high sanitation and safety standards by training and working daily with staff.
• Ensure all personnel are properly trained on all appropriate equipment and accompanying safety features.
• Responsible for food and labor costs alongside the Executive Chef.
• Exercise portion control over all food items served.
• Work with line cooks in rotation of food for daily specials and employee meals when the Executive Chef is not available.
• Work in any area or department where needed (e.g., pantry, dish washing).
• Direct activities of utility personnel to ensure daily cleaning is completed and extra cleaning is performed when time allows.
• Direct activities of servers in the kitchen to ensure proper procedures and pickup are handled promptly.
• Inform all servers of information pertaining to menu and specials.
• Responsible for the security and proper use of all equipment and foods in the kitchen.
• Responsible for closing the kitchen ensuring all food storage areas are locked and all work areas are clean.
• In the absence of the Executive Chef, supervise all food-related events to ensure quality and cost consciousness and complete through breakdowns and cleanup.
• Assist the Executive Chef in food inventory, daily maintenance and the actual count.
• In the Executive Chef’s absence, ensure accuracy of payroll.
• Assist in the scheduling of personnel as necessary and help maintain a low kitchen labor.
• Order all produce.
• Become a “Certified Professional Food Manager” per N.A.I.
• Perform any other jobs that will assist in delivering a quality product as assigned by the Executive Chef or Director of Food and Beverage.

• Commensurate with experience

• Varied schedule including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Full Time

• Paid Vacation
• 10 days after 1st year
• Paid Sick Leave
• 6 days per year
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Funded 401(k) with matching

Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.