Pantry Cook- Full-time

This position prepares items required for workstation according to club standard recipes, or instructions from Chef and Sous Chef. Prepare products assigned to workstation during service.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:

• Prepares all menu items before and during each shift; cuts lettuce and washes vegetables, fruits, meats, etc., and maintains product levels during service hours.
• Prepares salads and other cold items for special functions.
• Prepares salad dressings.
• Makes sandwiches according to club’s standard recipes.
• Cleans equipment and ensures that pantry area refrigerator and walk-in are clean and neat.
• Sets-up, maintains and breaks-down pantry station.
• Notifies Executive Chef or Sous Chef in advance of product shortages.
• Covers and dates all products for storage.
• Ensures that food products are used before they spoil. Practices the F.I.F.O rule.
• Attends kitchen staff meetings.
• Prepares and serves items in accordance with established portion and presentation standards.
• Makes recommendations for the maintenance, repair and upkeep of any kitchen equipment.
• Performs other appropriate tasks as assigned by Executive Chef or Sous Chef.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed.  The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities, as necessary.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have at least 6 months related experience or training.
• Food safety certification.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Possesses technical skills needed to fulfill required job duties. Must be able to assess freshness, taste, doneness, presentation, timing, and product use.
• Must know basic culinary fundamentals.
• Prioritizes work to ensure immediate needs are met. Accommodates reasonable special requests by members and their guests.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.
• Must provide own professional kitchen knives and shoes.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

·         Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Work in hot, humid, and noisy environment.
• Requires regular in-person attendance.

About Orchid Island Golf and Beach Club

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is a private member-owned club, recognized as a Distinguished Club™, located in the Town of Orchid, just north of Vero Beach, and beautifully situated on 600 acres from the ocean to the river.