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Join Our Team at the “New” Glen Kernan Club – Exciting opportunities in Food and Beverage!

Glen Kernan Club is seeking Prep Cooks to join our team!

Nestled within Jacksonville’s premier landscape for over two decades, Glen Kernan Golf & Country Club is embarking on an extraordinary transformation into the "New" Glen Kernan Club. Honoring the Club’s rich legacy, we are redefining exclusivity with a bold vision that blends tradition with cutting-edge innovation.

In 2025, Glen Kernan Club will unveil its rejuvenated clubhouse, redesigned golf course, and revitalized resort-style athletic park, setting the stage for an unparalleled ultra-private Club experience in Jacksonville.

As we embark on this exciting journey, we are looking for passionate, talented individuals to join our Food & Beverage team. This is more than just a career opportunity; it's a chance to shape the future of hospitality at one of Jacksonville's most prestigious Clubs. Tee up your career at Glen Kernan Club and become a part of a team dedicated to breaking the mold and delivering excellence in every guest interaction.

Pay: $16 - $19 an hour depending on experience

Full-time and part-time positions available

Full-time team members will qualify for medical, dental and vision benefits, 401k with company match and paid time off.

Flexible schedule and great work environment.

Our Culture and Values provides Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Job title

Prep Cook

Reports to

Executive Chef

Classification

Hourly Full-time, Part-time, Nonexempt

Working Hours

According to shift assignments

Job purpose

The Prep Cook supports the kitchen team by preparing ingredients, ensuring consistency, and following recipes as directed by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef. They will help maintain high-quality food production, focus on portion control, and ensure food is prepared in a timely and efficient manner. The Prep Cook is responsible for executing prep tasks, maintaining kitchen organization, and supporting cost-control initiatives.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, and cutting vegetables, meats, and other items per recipe specifications.
• Operate cutting tools and kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Communicate clearly and efficiently with Executive Chef to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow recipes precisely to prepare sauces, dressings, entrees, and side dishes, ensuring consistent taste and quality.
• Ensure proper storage of all food items to maintain freshness and organization.
• Check food deliveries for accuracy, quality, and freshness; store products according to safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to sanitation and safety procedures.
• Complete opening and closing checklists to ensure the kitchen is prepared for service and secure at closing.
• Conduct daily walk-throughs to ensure safety, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and guidelines set by Hampton Golf.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a prep cook
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake ware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage

Working conditions

Work is primarily indoors. Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.

This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any on the job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Physical requirements

Good organizational and verbal skills. Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitors and develops subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas, write and read member communication.

Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up to 50 lbs., up to 30 lbs. frequently. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting. Ability to consistently lift, carry and load adaptive and other sports equipment that may weigh 50 or more pounds, and sustain aerobic activity for 20 consecutive minutes.

Please be advised that all work that requires the use of a ladder more than 8 ft. long must be reviewed by Hampton Golf’s Club Maintenance person. Following an assessment of the situation, a determination will be made as to whether a maintenance team member or subcontractors will perform the necessary maintenance task. No other staff member is authorized to climb to heights exceeding 8 ft. and/or perform such maintenance. In addition, personnel are prohibited from entering facility attics, walking on the roof of buildings and/or from using scaffolding.

Direct reports

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