Line Cook
avila golf country clubTampa, FL
Now Hiring: Line CookAvila Golf & Country Club | Tampa, FL Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Benefits Avila Golf & Country Club is seeking an experienced and talented Line Cook to join our culinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cook who takes pride in preparing high-quality, fine cuisine in an upscale country club environment. The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, excellent knowledge of cooking techniques, and the ability to perform consistently in a fast-paced kitchen. Culinary education or formal culinary training is required. A cooking interview is required as part of the hiring process.
What You'll Do:
- Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, quality standards, and Chef specifications
- Prepare, portion, and organize ingredients before service
- Maintain appropriate food levels and stock the line throughout service
- Work efficiently during busy meal periods and special events
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation
- Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively
- Break down and clean the line at the end of each shift
- Communicate effectively with the culinary team and respond to kitchen orders
- Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
What We're Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Culinary education, culinary degree, or formal culinary training required 9+ years of professional cooking experience
- Previous experience in a full-service restaurant, country club, hotel, or similar environment preferred
- Experience with breakfast and lunch service
- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Dependable, task-oriented, and detail-focused approach to work
- Solid professional references
- Schedule RequirementsThis position requires flexibility and availability for:
- Early mornings
- EveningsWeekendsHolidaysSpecial events and busy periods
- Occasional overtime as needed
- Weekend and holiday availability is required.
Additional Requirements:
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening
- Must have a clean driving record
Physical Requirements: This is an active kitchen position requiring the ability to:
- Stand and move for up to 8 hours during a shift
- Work in a hot kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, and open flames
- Lift and carry food supplies, pots, pans, and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Frequently bend, reach, lift, and move throughout the kitchen
- Use knives and other kitchen equipment safely and accurately
- Move quickly and efficiently during busy service periods
- Hear and respond to kitchen communication and orders in a busy environment
- Why Join Avila Golf & Country Club?
- Avila Golf & Country Club offers the opportunity to work in an upscale culinary environment with a professional team focused on quality and exceptional service.
Benefits include:
- Health benefits
- Paid vacation
- Professional culinary environment
- Opportunities to work with high-quality cuisine and ingredients
- Ready to Bring Your Culinary Skills to Avila?
- If you're an experienced Line Cook who takes pride in quality, consistency, and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you.
- Apply today!
Please note: A cooking interview is required for this position.
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Level
Mid L4
Location
Tampa, FL
Occupation
Cooks, Restaurant
Industry
Full-Service Restaurants
Posted
2 days ago