This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Makena Golf & Beach Club, set on Maui, HI.

Makena is seeking a Club Cook II to join the 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:

• Prepare food served, including appetizers, soups, salads, entrees and desserts, using established standards, recipes and procedures.
• Prepare food for breakfast, lunch, dinner and special events.
• Prepare sauces and stocks.
• Able to work all stations on hot line, setting up and executing through service hours proficiently and consistently.
• Assist in development of menus and recipes.
• Assist in planning, development and implementation of standards and procedures.
• Maintain 100% quality food production at all times.
• Follow plating standards as determined by Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
• Meet timing of food items as required by guest.
• Maintain clean and safe working area including refrigeration.
• Notify the Chef or Sous Chef of shortage of food in a timely manner.
• Ensure food is properly and safely stored, including daily icing of fish.
• Responsible to ensure that food items are properly rotated, labeled and dated.
• Assist in controlling of food costs.
• Purchase and receive products daily.
• Coordinate and monitor the work of lower rated cooks including in line service and production situations.
• Follow and ensure safe work practices are followed, including the correct lifting techniques and use of equipment.
• Train and coach lower level cooks in all aspects of cooking.
• Operate standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, refrigerators, baking ovens, fryers, stoves and kryovac machines.
• Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance.
• Assist in the cleaning of kitchens, refrigerators, and storerooms.
• Responsible for timely and complete set up of culinary station equipment, breaking down and putting away all items on workstation.
• Expedite different meal periods when necessary.
• Control the pace of cooks and servers.
• Anticipate problems and notify chef on duty or Cook I.
• Follow safe work practices, including the correct lifting techniques and use of equipment.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Comply with all Company policy and procedures.
• Complete other duties and tasks as assigned by higher level cooks and chefs.

About Us: Makena Golf & Beach Club is an island dreamscape spread across Mauiʻs southern leeward coast that spans from turquoise sea to rolling mountaintops. Makena is a private, members-only community that honors Makena’s rich cultural heritage and takes to heart the responsibility to support its abundant nature and a sustainable future. Makena offers its members an 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.; a private beach club with resort pools and cabanas; a world-class spa and fitness center; a kids club, tennis and pickleball courts; multiple indoor and outdoor dining venues; and Discovery’s signature Outdoor Pursuits program. At Makena, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse cultures and communities. All while providing the highest level of member and guest services and contributing 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.

• $31.47/hr
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401k Contribution
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent vocational training with job-related courses (preferred).
• Minimum 1 year line/prep cook experience in fine dining restaurant/luxury resort/private club.
• Ability to chop, prepare, or cook food items and familiarity with a range of cooking techniques.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Physical ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, and lift items greater than fifty (50) pounds.