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Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Maverick Golf and Ranch Club, set outside of Fort Worth, TX.

Maverick Golf and Ranch Club is seeking a Cook to join the Food and Beverage Culinary Department.

The Cook will play a vital, supporting role on the culinary team by assisting with food preparation, deliveries, and kitchen cleanliness. The Cook will work with a range of ingredients and cooking styles, so a diverse knowledge and passion for food is encouraged. The Cook will work with all members of the culinary team in the creation of unique and fun dining experiences. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in set up/preparation of culinary program for the season and on a daily basis.

• Set up assigned station with predetermined mise en place to ready station for service.

• Prepare food items for any and all food outlets according to designated menus/recipes by Executive Chef.

• Prepare food items for members/guests as requested using quality predetermined method in a timely/consident manner.

• Cook all food according to recipes, quality/presentation standards and food preparation check lists.

• Demonstrate safe/proper use of all equipment at all times, checking to ensure correctness of temperatures of appliances/food.

• Demonstrate proper-efficient production of food items to achieve maximum productivity and reduce kitchen waste.

• Monitor all food quality/presentation while preparing food. Stock/rotate food. Alert Sous Chef of low inventory items.

• Work line, salad station, prep station, and any other stations as needed. Control pace of food orders/set tone for ticket flowing process.

• Peeling and chopping vegetables.

• Preparing cuts of meat, Filleting and deboning fish.

• Putting away deliveries of stock.

• Clean stations and equipment, and other areas as necessary.

Qualification

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent vocational training with job-related courses.

• Minimum 1 year line/prep cook experience in fine dining restaurant/luxury resort/private club.

• Ability to chop, prepare, or cook food items and a familiarity with a range of cooking techniques.

• Understand and abide by all federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation regulations, including state required food handler certificates.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

• Flexibility and ability to pivot to new projects and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Full-Time Year Round Only)

• 401k Contribution (Full-Time Year Round Only)

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Full-Time Year Round Only)

• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs

• Holiday Pay

• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities

• Work-Family Culture

About Us

Maverick seamlessly blends classic Western charm and modern luxury, providing a world-class golf experience accentuated by its rare 90 feet of elevation change. With 1,100 acres of rolling hills, pastoral farmland, and nearly a mile of Dutch Branch Creek, this is a truly special place in the heart of Texas. The community offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and cowboy culture, embracing a laid-back Texas feel, while dedicated to a healthy lifestyle and environmental sustainability. In addition to its world-class sports performance amenities, the club includes three distinct golf experiences designed by Tom Fazio, including an 18-hole championship course, a 12-hole executive course, and a 9-hole par 3 course. At Maverick, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse communities to provide the highest level of service that contributes to the creation of unforgettable experiences.

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com

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