Lead Cook

As the Lead Cook at The Golf Club at Newcastle, under the supervision of the Chef, you will perform routine duties associated with all aspects of the kitchen. This includes, but is not limited to, daily opening and closing procedures, preparing food to order specifications, and following safety and sanitation guidelines. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure recipes are followed consistently, providing our guest with a quality dining experience.
• Always act in the best interest of the guest experience.
• Lead culinary team-members in establishing quality standards.
• Monitor ingredients for quality on a daily basis.
• Ensure kitchen is always held to the highest health and cleanliness standards.
• Maintain effective & diplomatic communication with all team members both FOH and BOH.
• Ensure the product is delivered to the guest in a timely manner and is of the highest quality.
• Ensure proper safe work environment to include compliance with OSHA/WISHA.
• Continually look for ways to improve processes, procedures and reduce costs.
• Assist in designing daily specials and new menu R&D.
• Interact with guests in a friendly manner, providing warm greetings, table touches, and assistance when needed.
• Must uphold a clean and orderly appearance and be dressed in uniform at the start of each shift.
• Assist in maintaining a clean environment including picking up trash in visible areas and eliminating clutter.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years line experience as kitchen lead in a multi-outlet facility.
• Must have current Washington State Health Card.
• Ability to multi-task while remaining focused on the key objectives of the position.
• Proficient in all stations of line work and short order cooking.
• Must have superior knife-handling skills and the ability to operate standard kitchen equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the team member must:

• Have the ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally.
• Lift, reach, bend, twist, push, pull, squat, grasp and use arm-hand coordination on a consistent basis.
• Have the stamina to stand on feet for long periods of time.

COMPENSATION DETAILS: 

• Offered rate of pay range: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
• Eligible for overtime

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

Oki Golf offers an impressive collection of benefits! Some benefits include:

ALL TEAM MEMBERS:

• Golf benefits for free play, guest passes and visits to all 8 Oki courses.
• 50% discount on shift meals
• 25% discount for you and up to four guests (not including alcoholic beverages)
• Flexible work environment
• 401K with company match
• Paid sick time
• Team Member Referral Program participation and more!

FULL-TIME TEAM MEMBERS: (regularly working 35+ hrs./week):

• Medical/dental/vision/telehealth coverage
• FSA options
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Paid vacation
• Holiday pay

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The Golf Club at Newcastle

Capping 350 expansive, hilltop acres, The Golf Club at Newcastle is the Puget Sound’s premier public golf and event destination. The property features 36 holes of championship golf, framed by stunning, panoramic views of Lake Washington, Mt. Rainier, the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, and the Seattle skyline. The breathtaking scenery is complemented by a spectacular 44,000 square foot clubhouse and extensive, year-round practice facilities. Newcastle’s captivating views, first-class amenities and unparalleled standard of service are all designed to provide a unique experience for guests. The golf club offers a wide variety of options for job seekers including golf, restaurant, banquet and catering, turf, and administrative positions.