Pool Kitchen Cook

About the position The Pool Kitchen Cook supports food service operations at the club’s pool facility by preparing and executing a streamlined, high-quality menu in a fast-paced private club environment. This role focuses on cold preparation, fryer work, and light cooking (no grill) while maintaining the club’s standards for consistency, cleanliness, and member satisfaction. Responsibilities Prepare and execute pool menu items including sandwiches, wraps, salads, snacks, and fried itemsPerform cold prep and light cooking according to standardized recipesOperate fryers, Pizza oven, Flat top, and other kitchen equipmentSet up, maintain, and break down the pool kitchen for daily serviceMaintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standardsEnsure consistent portioning, presentation, and quality of all menu itemsCommunicate effectively with servers and management to ensure smooth serviceAssist with prep, stocking, and inventory controlMaintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen at all timesSupport pool events, themed menus, and peak service periods as neededLoad and unload dishwasher during down periodsRequirements Previous kitchen or food service experience preferredComfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentKnowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practicesStrong attention to detail and ability to follow recipesTeam-oriented with a positive, professional attitudeAbility to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and summer peak timesAbility to work in warm, outdoor-adjacent kitchen conditionsAbility to stand for extended periodsAbility to lift up to 40–50 lbsAbility to work efficiently in warm conditionsNice-to-haves Culinary degree, vocational school or continuing training in the culinary field preferred.Knowledge of fine dining meal preparation preferred.Benefits Competitive hourly pay based on experienceConsistent seasonal schedulingProfessional private club work environmentMeals during shiftsOpportunity for continued seasonal or year-round employment within the club