About the Role
Larchmont Yacht Club is seeking a talented and passionate Grill Cook to join its year-round culinary team. This position is responsible for preparing exceptional grilled and made-to-order menu items that consistently exceed member expectations, playing a critical role in one of the kitchen's most visible and demanding stations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare steaks, seafood, poultry, burgers, sandwiches, vegetables, and other grilled menu items using established recipes, cooking techniques, and presentation standards.
- Cook menu items to proper temperatures while ensuring consistency, quality, and accuracy with every order.
- Execute à la carte service with efficiency and professionalism.
- Maintain complete mise en place to ensure smooth, organized, and efficient service throughout each shift.
- Coordinate with expeditors and fellow culinary team members to ensure timely and accurate execution of every order.
- Maintain exceptional plate presentation while working efficiently during high-volume service periods.
- Consistently prepare food that meets the Club's standards for taste, appearance, quality, and consistency.
- Monitor product quality throughout service and ensure only the freshest ingredients are used.
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of grilling techniques, meat temperatures, seafood preparation, and proper cooking methods.
- Assist with daily specials, seasonal menu offerings, and feature presentations as directed by culinary leadership.
- Support banquet and special event production as business needs require.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout each shift.
- Follow all local health department regulations, HACCP procedures, food safety guidelines, and Club sanitation standards.
- Properly label, date, rotate, and store food products using FIFO inventory procedures.
- Assist with receiving deliveries, inventory rotation, and product organization.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate product shortages, equipment concerns, or operational needs to the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef.
- Operate grills, broilers, ovens, flat tops, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Participate in daily culinary meetings and contribute ideas that improve kitchen operations, workflow, and service.
- Complete opening, closing, and side work responsibilities while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Work collaboratively with fellow line cooks, garde manger, and culinary team members, to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
- Support other kitchen stations whenever business needs require.
- Foster a professional, respectful, and positive work environment.
- Assist with training and mentoring new culinary team members as requested.
Requirements
- Minimum of two years of professional culinary experience, with grill or line cook experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of grilling techniques, meat temperatures, seafood preparation, and proper cooking methods.
- Experience working in high-volume kitchens while maintaining exceptional food quality.
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of classical culinary techniques.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
- Strong work ethic with a positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to stand and remain active throughout an entire shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive movement.
- Ability to safely work around open flames, hot cooking surfaces, and high-temperature kitchen equipment.
- Ability to work in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environments.
Skills
- Grilling techniques
- Meat temperatures
- Seafood preparation
- Proper cooking methods
- Knife skills
- Classical culinary techniques
- Food safety
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Time management
Location
- Larchmont, NY 10538
Work Type
- Full Time
- Year-Round Position
Experience Level
- 2 years of professional culinary experience
- Grill or line cook experience preferred
Education Level
- Culinary degree or certificate preferred but not required
- Food Safety or ServSafe Certification required
Salary/Compensations
- $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Year-round, full-time employment
- Opportunities to work with premium ingredients in a professional scratch kitchen
- Experience preparing exceptional cuisine for upscale member dining, waterfront events, weddings, championship regattas, holiday celebrations, and private functions
- A collaborative culinary culture that values professionalism, craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous learning
- Opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and advancement within the culinary team
- A beautiful waterfront workplace
About the Company
- Founded in 1880, Larchmont Yacht Club is one of the nation's premier private yacht clubs, situated on an 11-acre waterfront campus overlooking Long Island Sound just outside New York City.
- Renowned for exceptional hospitality, outstanding member service, and a rich tradition of excellence, the Club offers an elevated lifestyle through exceptional dining, championship sailing, racquet sports, aquatics, family programming, and year-round social events.
- Our culinary program is a cornerstone of the member experience.
- From refined à la carte dining and casual waterfront fare to elegant weddings, private celebrations, championship regattas, and holiday traditions, our kitchen delivers exceptional cuisine that reflects the highest standards of quality, consistency, and hospitality.
- As a year-round member of our culinary team, you'll work alongside experienced chefs in a professional scratch kitchen where collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning are valued.
- We are committed to developing talented culinary professionals who take pride in their craft and enjoy creating memorable dining experiences.
