Banquet Chef - Westchester Country Club

WHO WE ARE

Since 1922, Westchester Country Club is an exclusive family-oriented private club located in Rye, New York. Westchester Country Club is among the top country clubs and proudly designated as a Platinum Club of America, ranking #29 out of the top 150 country clubs in the United States.

With over 1,600 members, Westchester Country Club offers world-class facilities including the main club property and the beach club on the Long Island Sound. Club members enjoy two championship golf courses and a 9-hole executive course, comprehensive tennis and squash facilities, various dining options, an on-site fitness facility and indoor pool, and other specialized amenities. Westchester Country Club also has two large banquet rooms, conference facilities, member apartments, and guest accommodations.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are hiring for a full-time Banquet Chef to join our Culinary team. This position is responsible for all culinary areas in the Main Kitchen to include Banquet and Catering production, cold room, employee dining room preparation, and support in stocks and bases for food outlets. In season, this position also oversees the production of off-site club events to include Beach Club and special events, golf outings, and snack bars. This position may also require covering other areas or off-site events and may be assigned other culinary duties as per business needs.

This position has a work schedule that requires working 5, 6 or sometimes 7 days per week as business demands. The Banquet Chef must be available to work weekends, nights, early AM shifts, and holidays.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Responsible for hiring and training of Culinary, BOH staff on new menu items, menu descriptions and kitchen procedures.
• Oversee all production staff to ensure adherence to recipes and use records, as well as adherence to butchering guidelines (tracking yields).
• Accountable for daily pre-shift meetings that give an overview of events and explain assignments for cooks where they may be needed according to production and business needs.
• Participate in daily pre- shift meetings in order to answer FOH staff questions daily; educate on ingredients in menus.
• Ability to work and or oversee any BOH Culinary or stewarding hourly position as well as receiving food and culinary department goods.
• Executing daily purchasing according to par levels, ensure that invoices are being coded to the appropriate accounts and are not exceeding budget. Work with Controller to supervise Receiver of food position.
• Ensure all functions are set up 15 minutes prior to the start time and all cooks at their stations.
• Maintain the highest sanitation level in the culinary department by enforcing weekly and daily audits and closing lists.
• Responsible for adhering to all state, county and city sanitation standards. Must train and uphold standards with the other department BOH staff on proper food handling and sanitation procedures daily.
• Responsible for updating menus for seasonality and as deemed necessary.
• Work directly with the Executive Sous Chef and the Food and Beverage team on interviewing and hiring procedures, as well as ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Perform progressive discipline as needed including coaching, counseling, warnings and potential suspensions up to termination. This includes documenting any and all performance issues or incidents. 
• Embody leadership role through impeccable line of conduct and crisp, professional appearance (Full White Chef’s Uniform, closed toe shoes with anti slip soles) at all times, especially when interacting with members and staff.
• Adhere to all WCC Management Guidelines, Policies, & Procedures (including WCC employee handbook, Culinary Department Guidelines and Mission statement)
• Carry out all reasonable requests made by the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, in a professional and timely fashion.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Culinary Degree preferred and or minimum 4 years in a culinary supervisory position with a large staff
• Graduate of ACF program
• Current Food Handlers / Sanitation license, with a clear understanding and commitment to impeccable sanitation practices
• Well versed in culinary terminology and well–rounded in various line cook positions and roles (Prep, Line, production, pastry as well as Steward, Utility and Receiver)
• Strong understanding, demonstrated through previous experience of improvising new dishes utilizing by-products
• Thorough understanding of proper cooking methods
• Computer Proficient in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel, MS Outlook MS Word)
• Previous knowledge of Jonas POS System preferred
• Able to read labels and understand HACCP and SDS material training guidelines
• Previous use of a costing program preferred
• Must be able to communicate & interact professionally with members & employees in English language
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred
• Ablity to move fast and multi-task in a fast paced, high stress / pressure environment with heat and action
• Frequent standing for extended periods of time
• Frequent walking to collect or deliver goods in various kitchens and or reception areas (buffet setups)
• Regular lifting up to 50 lbs
• Must possess good physical fitness, visual acuity and sense of smell to work in the kitchen and bake shop safely

 This position is not open to visa sponsorship.

PAY RANGE

$95,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience

OUR TOTAL REWARDS

At WCC, we believe that our biggest strength lies in the exceptional people who work for our organization to deliver memorable experiences to our members and their families. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and providing our team members a meaningful and rewarding career experience with us. We prioritize offering valuable benefits, wellness, rewards and recognition programs, compensation, time off, and resources to support the wellbeing and needs of team members and their families. We refer to these as our "Total Rewards“.

• Establish a Healthy Foundation – Several Cigna medical plan options, plus prescription coverage, dental and vision insurance.
• We've Got You Covered – 100% company paid life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and employee assistance program.
• Protect Against the Unexpected – Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and supplemental life insurance.
• Family Members with Four Paws - Pet insurance available to provide dogs and cats with health coverage too.
• Build Toward Retirement - 401(k) plan for retirement savings and education sessions to help foster financial literacy.
• Work/Life Harmony - Paid time off including vacation and personal days, 11 holidays, and more to enjoy time outside of work, take a break, and care for ourselves or others.

ALL team members enjoy free lunch and dinner meals, free parking, a lifestyle discount program, and numerous recognition events and activities throughout the year.