FT Full-Time
JOB SUMMARY:
From cascading mountains to crystal lakes, warm summer days and cool winter nights, southern hospitality and beautiful scenery welcome you to the Carolinas. The Cliffs is comprised of seven vibrant communities. Each has their own personality, but is equal in beauty, prestige, and opportunity. We invite you to become a part of The Cliffs family. Once you visit, you’ll understand how unique and welcoming our communities are. The only thing better than the views are the people. Our members are gracious and kind, and our co-workers make coming to work something to look forward to. Our members have made The Cliffs their home, and we hope you will too!
The Chef de partie role will be expected to provide a support system for the Executive Chef and Sous Chef.  This involves recipe and menu development, as needed, execution of a la carte dining, and duties relating to staffing of kitchen and dining room.
JOB DUTIES:
• Prepare and arrange food according to Cliffs Club Services’ recipes, nutrition philosophy, and quality of presentation.
• Set up station and gather all supplies needed to prepare menu for service.
• Prepare meat, seafood, vegetable, and cold food items as required for the line as well as for special functions.
• Prepare sauces and accompanying garnishes for assigned station.
• Continually updates knowledge of Cliffs’ recipes, food preparation and food presentation.
• Lead sanitation efforts and participate throughout the day and at the end of shifts.
• Control quality and consistency of all food.
• Control waste of food product and labor.
• Coordinate with Executive Chef and Sous Chef to develop and cost menu items and specials, including station prep sheets.
• Assist in the development of staff training manuals and memos.
• Apply extensive food knowledge and specialized cooking skills that are required for daily tasks.
• Communicate with Executive Chef on production status for the next day before completing shift.
• Store and handle food properly, following Health Department requirements.
• Use food preparation equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Report and document any observed or known safety hazards, conditions or unsafe practices and procedures to management immediately.
• Return soiled food preparation utensils and other small ware items to the proper areas.
• Cover, date, and properly store all leftovers and food prep items.
• Notify Executive Chef/Sous Chef in advance of expected shortages.
• Ensure all storage areas are neat and all products are stored properly.
• Assist in cleaning and break down after shift including trash removal, sweeping, pressure washing, and mopping.
• Assist in completing weekly cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Observe guidelines related to the maintenance of safe working conditions in the kitchen.
• Maintain neat professional appearance and always observe personal cleanliness rules.
• Maintain professional standards and codes of conduct as set forth by Cliffs Associate Handbook.
• Assist with other duties as instructed by Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:
• Culinary Art A.O.S. degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience or 5 years’ demonstrated job experience, fine dining/country club environment preferred.
• Must have a passion for quality food and cooking and experience with healthy cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of classical and present cooking procedures
• Good knife handling skills
• Ability to work various stations - sauté, grill, sauces, pantry and expediting.
• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of health department regulations; food sanitation certificate a plus
• Basic English language communication skills with ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Pleasant personality and professional appearance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, without compromising food quality.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to continuously stand for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, climb stairs, reach overhead, and lift to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work under strenuous and heated conditions.
• Ability to handle sharp utensils and operate food production equipment.
BENEFITS:
Benefits are available to full-time employees after a waiting period and include Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Telehealth, Health/Dependent care spending account, Wellness Program and generous paid time off including 10 paid vacation days and 9 paid holidays per year.
The Cliffs is proud to be an EEO Employer and participates in E-Verify.