Line Cook

WindRiver is a luxury lakefront and golf community offering a vibrant lifestyle that encompasses world-class amenities, including a championship golf course, full-service marina, Lakeside Inn, resort-style pool, and much more. At the heart of our community is WindRiver Club, a private members-only club soon to feature Clubhouse Village — home to our restaurant, bar, spa, fitness center, event spaces, and pro shop. We invite you to discover "Life As It Should Be".

We are looking for a Line Cook to join our fast-growing team to provide high quality food and an unparalleled experience to our members and guests. This is a part-time position with a varying schedule of 4pm-10pm Thursday-Saturday.

Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Kitchen Operations

• Set up, clean, and break down work areas promptly and in accordance with daily checklists.
• Prepare and cook food according to WindRiver location guidelines, recipes, and food safety standards.
• Ensure food is stored at appropriate temperatures and durations; monitor and record refrigerator/freezer temperatures daily.
• Evaluate food quality and doneness through tasting; ensure proper portioning and consistency.
• Cut, trim, bone, and carve meats and poultry as required for preparation.
• Operate and maintain all kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
• Maintain clean, sanitary work areas, utensils, and equipment at all times.
• Use and store cleaning chemicals according to MSDS regulations.
• Receive, label, date, rotate, and properly store all deliveries and inventory items.
• Count inventory regularly and communicate items that are low in stock.
• Assist with menu planning and provide constructive feedback.
• Follow all daily, weekly, and monthly routines to meet operational standards.
• Ensure all utilities and equipment (TVs, fans, grills, etc.) are turned off at the end of the day.

Professionalism, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a professional appearance, hygiene, posture, and respectful behavior at all times.
• Report all injuries and equipment malfunctions to the Supervisor immediately.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and safety sessions.
• Assist with any other duties, as directed by supervisor, to maintain a quality experience for members.

• Minimum 1 year of food service experience (required).
• Culinary certification (preferred).
• Serve Safe Certification or willing to obtain within 30 days of employment (required).
• High school diploma (preferred).
• Must be 18 years or older (required).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of food prep, safety, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to follow procedures, safety rules, and health regulations.
• Excellent communication; team-oriented and adaptable.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs, twist, kneel, lift, push, and pull items weighing 55lbs. Must be able to stand and continuously move throughout the workday. Must be willing to work outdoors and be comfortable in varying weather.

E-Verify

WindRiver participates in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.