Kitchen Cook
About The Position
The Country Club of Buffalo is seeking Banquet and Line Cooks to join our highly regarded kitchen team, led by Executive Chef Joe Piazza. We’re looking for positive, dependable individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in quality food, and work well both independently and as part of a team. If you enjoy staying busy and being part of a strong culinary team, we’d love to hear from you. Team culture is foundational to the service provided to our memberships, and we expect CCB employees to take great PRIDE in their role at the Club.Country Club of Buffalo team members are; Polished professionals; Respectful of the coworkers, members, the Club and its traditions; Inspired to consistently pursue the betterment of the Club and themselves; Dedicated to their responsibilities and accountable to their peers; and Engaged in our community. The Country Club of Buffalo is the premier country club in Western New York. The Club is rich in tradition and heritage, with many legacy families enjoying membership for generations. The Membership has strong respect and admiration for our employees and considers them like family. The Club enjoys a strong history of employment stability; many employees and managers have multiple decades of tenure at the Country Club. The Country Club of Buffalo features a challenging Donald Ross designed golf course, which is consistently ranked and recognized nationally. The Club’s amenities include golf, tennis, swimming, trap, skeet, five-stand, and brushwalk sport shooting, six overnight guest rooms, and paddle tennis. The Duane Lyman designed Clubhouse encompasses 55,000 square feet featuring stately living rooms, three dining rooms, and various private party rooms.
Requirements
- Nights, weekends and holiday availability is required
- Culinary Education and/or Experience
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Have a High School diploma or GED
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of Accredited Culinary Program preferred, but not mandatory
- Previous hospitality industry cooking experience preferred
- Knowledge of basic food preparations principles
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards
- Set up and stock workstations with necessary ingredients and supplies
- Prepare food in both large batches and made-to-order during service
- Maintain consistency in portioning, presentation, and quality
- Assist with plating for events and service
- Communicate effectively with other kitchen staff
- Work efficiently in fast-paced environment
- Clean and maintain workstation, equipment, and general kitchen area
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
