What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook II (Full-Time) position at TPC Network?
TPC River Highlands is a private golf club located in Cromwell, Connecticut, just outside of Hartford. As the proud host of the PGA TOUR’s Travelers Championship—the state’s largest professional sporting event—it stands as one of the premier destinations in the TPC Network. Alongside its championship golf course, the clubhouse offers an exceptional setting for events of all kinds, with scenic views, multiple event spaces, and two full-service kitchens. Known for its welcoming, team-oriented culture, TPC River Highlands delivers an outstanding experience for members, guests, and staff alike.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Working knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and safe food handling practices acquired through culinary experience or formal training preferred
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
- Prepare menu items to order in accordance with recipes, plating standards, and portion control guidelines
- Maintain prep and organization for assigned station using daily line inventories
- Perform a variety of cooking and preparation techniques, including grilling, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, and basic knife work
- Prepare stocks, soups, sauces, proteins, vegetables, and starches using standard recipes
- Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations throughout the shift
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in kitchen, storage, and waste areas
- Assist with banquet and event preparation as needed
- Support kitchen leadership and collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service and timely ticket execution
- Operate within established company policies, safety standards, and TPC Brand Standards
- Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned
Pay Range: $19-24/hr
Our benefits may include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Life and Disability insurance
- 401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution
- Pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Complimentary employee meals
- Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments
- Tuition Assistance
- Playing privileges and employee discounts
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is an energetic, dependable team player who takes pride in their work, thrives in the kitchen environment, and is eager to learn and grow within a professional culinary team.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; kneel; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.
This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
TRAVEL
Travel is not expected for this position
WORK SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS
This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities
Salary : $19 - $24