Server/Cook, Well at Glens Falls Country Club Inc – Queensbury, New York

The Glens Falls Country Club Well Server/Cook provides service to members and members guests by taking orders for food and beverages, fulfilling orders, and ensuring that members and guests have a pleasant experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain high standards of quality food production to ensure member/guest satisfaction
• Ensure high standards of sanitation and cleanliness are maintained throughout the kitchen, storage, and dumpster areas, always
• Keep all cooking equipment clean during the assigned shift, making sure that all cooking equipment is cleaned prior to the change of each shift
• Maintain organization of storage areas by storing provisions in appropriate locations on receipt in accordance with accepted sanitation standards and club practices
• Perform cooking procedures as required to fulfill tasks assigned by Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Lead Cook which may include:
• Breading, freezing, thawing, proofing, baking
• Preparing meat, seafood, poultry and vegetables for roasting and grilling
• Prepare stocks and basic soups according to standard recipes
• Portion control meats, seafood, dairy products, vegetables, and fruits using devices including scales and dishers.
• Perform basic preparation techniques including slicing, dicing, mincing, and chopping using knives and mechanical devices such as electric slicers, and food processors
• Setup, operate, breakdown and clean slicers, mixers, and food processors
• Understanding and following procedures to maintain a sanitary workspace conforming to all jurisdictional and club-imposed regulations and rules regarding food service sanitation
• Greet all members and members guests as they arrive at the Well ensuring that the service area is clean and that utensils, napkins, and other needs have been provided.
• Maintains the inventory of items that are displayed outside and inside of the Well.
• Answers all questions regarding food and drink options.
• Takes food and beverage orders and delivers them quickly.
• Ensures that food is prepared correctly and to the customers’ satisfaction
• Maintains a clean working environment in and around the Well, ensuring that all health standards are followed.
• Completes daily inventory of items needed from the kitchen to ensure a fully stocked Well for the following day
• Prepares members’ checks and collects payments.
• Assists with other Well tasks such as cleaning the dining area and preparing silverware and condiments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Well-organized with ability to take and place food and beverage orders accurately.
• Ability to operate point-of-sale systems.

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least sixteen years old (at least 21 years old to serve alcoholic beverages).
• Previous experience as a server preferred.
• Must successfully complete restaurant’s training course.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift, balance, and carry trays of food weighing up to 25 pounds.