Join the Culinary team as a Culinary Extern at Desert Mountain Club, one of the largest and most beautiful private country clubs in North America, and work under Master Chef of France, Chef Bertrand Bouquin!

Desert Mountain Club features seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course), seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant, plus banquets, state-of-the-art fitness center, swim and tennis facility, and spa. We offer terrific benefits like FREE onsite medical clinic for all teammates & their dependents, Free teammate meals during shifts, Tuition reimbursement, and so much more!

In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and presentation of all menu items, to include hot and cold, for all meal periods in the outlet according to property recipes and standards. Follow direction of the culinary leadership team in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation. You will report directly to the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, and Jr. Sous Chef. 

This is a paid externship and must be recognized by extern’s collegiate institution as academic credit towards chosen culinary degree. This is a full-time externship which entails 32-40 hours per week for 12 weeks.

Hourly Rate: 20.00 per/hr.

The ideal candidate will be a team player with a great attitude, strong work ethic, and passion for delivering excellence. Must be working towards a culinary degree from an accredited culinary school.

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BENEFITS

Join a top 10, 5-Star Platinum Club of America and be a part of an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience PLUS enjoy excellent benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• FREE employee meals during shifts
• FREE golf and tennis
• Paid Time Off
• Matching 401K
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retail discounts
• Pet insurance
• Employee uniforms provided

     *Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal).

We believe our teammates are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of care, respect, and positivity with a sincere focus on the safety, health, and professional growth of every teammate. If you’re looking to join an incredible team, then Desert Mountain is the place for you!

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JOB DETAILS

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring and preparing all menu items by following recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the Chef de Cuisine / Sous Chef with minimal supervision.
• Receive food deliveries, and store and label items properly to prevent spoilage.
• Set-up stations by checking and completing mise en place and pars.
• Assist chef with inventory and ordering.
• Maintain a working knowledge of properly storing, rotating and maintaining products.
• Execute all duties in accordance of DMC, ServSafe, and health department standards.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Required to work, days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to stand for long periods of time.

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OUR COMPANY

Desert Mountain Club is one of the finest private residential communities in the world featuring world-class golf, indulgent amenities, and curated experiences. It is a private country club open to on and offsite property residents located in the elevated foothills of the beautiful Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale, Arizona. The club spans across 8,000 acres featuring:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• Seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant plus banquets
• An award-winning spa and fitness center
• Spectacular swim and tennis facility
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails

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