Culinary Butcher (Full Time position) at Grey Oaks Country Club LTD – Naples, Florida

Description:

About the Position:

The Culinary Butcher is responsible for the expert fabrication, trimming, and portioning of meats, poultry, and seafood to support the culinary operations. This role ensures the highest standards of quality, consistency, and food safety while aligning with the club’s commitment to exceptional dining experiences.

This position reports to the Director of Culinary.

About Grey Oaks Country Club:

Considered one of the premier Country Clubs in Florida, Grey Oaks opened in 1993 and encompasses the Grey Oaks and Estuary communities, along with 54 holes of championship golf. The Club’s facilities include a 63,000-square-foot east clubhouse, 12,000-square-foot golf pro shop, golf performance center, 30,000-square-foot wellness center, sports center, and the pool café, a 22,000-square-foot complex with indoor and outdoor dining overlooking an expansive resort-style pool with a wading entrance, waterfall, and lap lanes. Additionally, The Estuary offers a 20,000-square-foot clubhouse with indoor and outdoor dining overlooking the golf course, as well as a golf pro shop and his-and-her locker and card rooms.

In addition to our facilities and amenities, our staff continuously commits itself to unparalleled professional service for our members and their guests.

Our 250+ professionals continuously commit themselves to unparalleled professional service for our members and their guests.

Located in Naples, Florida, Grey Oaks in 2024 earned the coveted designation as a Platinum Club of America for the fifth straight year. Learn more at our website www.greyoakscc.com.

About You:

You are or have recently been a chef/butcher in a high-quality, high-volume club or restaurant. Above all else, you are an extremely talented culinary professional

You clearly understand your strengths and weaknesses and are open to coaching and development from our Director of Culinary.

Most importantly, you embody the values and culture that define our members and our Club. These values are reflected in your daily actions, decision-making. You excel in communication, thrive in an independent work environment, and take full ownership of your culinary skills, ensuring your success aligns with our shared standards of excellence.

Requirements:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Cutting, trimming, deboning, grinding, tying, and portioning meats (steaks, roasts, chops, and fish etc.). into expert portions for member/guest dining experiences.
• Inspect all incoming meat and seafood for freshness, quality, and compliance with club standards.
• Must evaluate and calculate protein requirements based on forecasted usage, ensuring accurate portioning and inventory control to minimize waste and maintain operational efficiency.
• Clean and sanitize the walk-in protein refrigerator daily; ensure all products are properly labeled, dated, and rotated according to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) standards to maintain food safety, freshness, and compliance with health regulations.
• Work closely with our Executive Chef and culinary team to assist in food prep and kitchen support.
• Bring creativity, teamwork, and a positive attitude to our energetic culinary environment
• Maintain accurate records of meat and seafood inventory; assist with ordering and storage to minimize waste.
• Works closely with chefs and culinary team to meet menu specifications and special event requirements.
• Sharpening knives and maintaining meat saws, grinders, and other machinery.
• Observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly and ensures that we provide a safe workplace for our team.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in high-quality, fine dining environment
• Graduate from AOS culinary school or related degree
• Experience working at high end private clubs or in the hospitality industry desired, but not required

Compensation & Benefits:

Grey Oaks has an attractive compensation, benefits program, 401k plan with a generous matching contribution, a great work environment and the opportunity to work and learn from some of the best in the industry.

Grey Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace