Grill Cook

The Lake Club, located in Bradenton, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Grill Cook! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast‑paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Seeking a skilled Grill Cook to join The Lake Club team. Responsibilities include preparing meals for à la carte dining, private parties, holiday events, and off-site catering. Typical schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., with occasional Sundays for special events and holidays.

Hourly Rate: $20.00 per hour.

SUMMARY
The Grill Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking dishes using a variety of cooking techniques on the grill. The Grill cook prepares food products in accordance with chef’s specifications, in a timely manner and to the standard of quality outlined by Juniper Preserve.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cook dishes to order according to menu specifications using the grill
• Ensure that all food is cooked to the appropriate temperature and plated correctly
• Grilling protein
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and adhere to food safety guidelines
• Assist with menu development and recommend new menu items
• Ensure that all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and cleaned.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure that all orders are prepared and served in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with the front of house staff to ensure that customer needs are met.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food handling practices
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters
• Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to standard recipes using various kitchen utensils and equipment
• Portion, arrange and garnish food to specification and in a timely manner
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling or piercing them with utensils
• Keeps updated on recipe changes and produces assigned items exactly according to recipes by using measuring devised and scales to control food costs
• Receive food deliveries, checking contents to verify product quantity and quality
• Uphold the standards and expectations of food quality and production set forth by Juniper Preserve
• Perform scheduled cleaning, stocking, and rotation and maintenance tasks set by Chef
• Attend scheduled training seminars and staff meetings
• Maintains a favorable working relationship with all other company employees and purveyors to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate, which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity and efficiency and effectiveness
• Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action which may be taken
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies to achieve the overall objectives of the position
• Able to effectively handle multiple tasks
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Maintains a professional standard at Juniper Preserve including, but not limited to, appearance, interaction with members, employees, guests of the club, verbal discussions and written correspondence. Does not discuss work related issues with members and resort guests
• Supports and adheres to the CORE Values (ie. “The T.R.I.P.”), Service Fundamentals, and Guest Service Philosophy as defined by the Company
• Maintains positive attitude and the flexibility to take on new and different tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef

QUALIFICATIONS
Required

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
• Have proper experience on the grill and comfortable with cooking proteins
• Able to expedite and execute service in a clean and efficient fashion
• Have strong leadership skills to effectively communicate with the line staff
• Able to pass a drug test and pre-employment criminal background check
• Lifts and carries sacks, cases and bus tubs of up to 70 lbs. Up to 20 times per shift; places these items on high shelves in walk-in refrigerators and freezers
• Works frequently in a hot and damp environment
• Hazards include, but not limited to, cuts from broken glass, metal cans; burns, slipping and tripping
• Walk or stand most of a 6-8 hour shift
• Must be able to read menu items
• Reaches, bends, stoops and wipes
• Must be able to clearly communicate guest needs to other employees (servers, door person, bartender or manager)
• Required to carry trays and supplies

SKILLS
Required

• High School Diploma Preferre
• 2 years of grilling/cooking experience preferre
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, grill equipment, and food safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor at all times

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must maintain current Food Handler Card

About Troon

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at