Yacht Club Restaurant Line Cook

Position Title: Restaurant Line Cook [À La Carte Dining, Harborside Grill Dining]

Department: Culinary Operations

Division: Food and Beverage

Reports to: Sous Chef ➔ Executive Chef

Supervises: None

Company Summary: With over a century of rich history, the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club stands as a proud symbol of tradition, camaraderie, and a love for life on the water. While honoring our legacy, we also embrace a spirit of innovation driven by a desire to enhance our member experience in every way possible. We seek dedicated individuals who share our passion for hospitality and aspire to make a meaningful impact in our community. Whether you're a professional exploring a long-term career, seeking supplemental income, or a local resident looking for a fun summer job—we invite you to consider charting your course with us.

Position Summary: The position is responsible for daily food service with a high execution of professionalism and hospitality. Cooks will provide premium service for members and their guests, abiding by the service standards of the Club. They will be expected to have a solid understanding of fine dining preparation and service. The culinary staff will also be expected to go above and beyond to deliver memorable events, while bringing a high level of energy and professionalism.

Employment Status: Most new and returning employees are hired under a seasonal employment status. Seasonal employees can typically expect a consistent schedule from approximately April to October each year. At the end of each respective season, employees are encouraged to submit requests to transition to either year-round part-time or full-time status. Approval of these requests will be contingent upon the needs of the Club and the employee's performance track record.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent experience


• Two or more years of experience preferred


• Ability to work flexible hours, including key holidays, evenings, and weekends


• Demonstrated strong organizational skills


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills


• Physical capability to withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and twisting


• Ability to consistently lift over 50 lbs


• Valid driver’s license and a clean criminal record
  

Duties:

• Serve as a positive role model by:
  
  
  
  • Embodying Club values and high standards that all members and staff are expected to uphold
  
  
  • Effectively utilizing the various digital platforms used by the Club
  
  
  • Maintaining a collaborative and friendly demeanor while working to improve the member experience
  
  
  • Always representing the Club well
    
  
  
  
  

• Provide key assistance to the Club by: 
  
  
  
  • Exceeding the expectations of members and their guests, while representing the Club to the highest standards
  
  
  • Inspecting kitchen areas prior to opening to ensure that adequate supplies are available
  
  
  • Preparing food for service, including copping vegetables, butchering, preparing sauces, meats, seafood, poultry, dairy and other food items
  
  
  • Knowledge of proper methods using knives, electric mixers, immersion blenders, food processors, scales and portion bags
  
  
  • Knowledge of menu, menu enhancements and preparation methods
  
  
  • Understanding of unique and complementary flavor pairings
  
  
  • Constant awareness of restaurant flow and how it impacts kitchen flow to ensure food comes out in a timely manner
  
  
  • Constant awareness of food quality, safety and sanitation standards
  
  
  • Continually seek to enhanced knowledge and skills related to service
  
  
  • Maintaining self-awareness of members’, management and peers
  
  
  
  

• Evaluation criteria include but are not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Successful alignment with Club values and professional standards
  
  
  • Exhibiting a collaborative spirit when working with members and staff
  
  
  • Demonstrating the ability to make appropriate choices, especially in stressful situations
  
  
  • Maintaining good hygiene and a professional appearance
  
  
  • All duties as outlined in this position profile