Culinary Purchaser Job at The Muttontown Club, East Norwich, NY

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  • The Muttontown Club
  • East Norwich, NY

Job Description

Position Title: Culinary Purchaser

Department: Culinary / Food & Beverage

Reports To: Executive Chef / Food & Beverage Director

Job Summary:

The Culinary Purchaser for a country club is responsible for sourcing, ordering, and managing all food, beverage, and kitchen-related supplies to support daily dining operations, banquets, and member events. This role ensures consistent quality, cost control, and timely delivery while maintaining the high standards expected in a private club environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Source and procure high-quality food products, beverages, and kitchen supplies from approved vendors
  • Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to forecast needs for à la carte dining, banquets, weddings, and special events
  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels to support multiple outlets (restaurant, bar, pool, golf events, etc.)
  • Evaluate vendor pricing, negotiate contracts, and seek cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
  • Inspect deliveries to ensure freshness, quality, and accuracy
  • Manage inventory systems, track usage, and minimize waste and spoilage
  • Maintain detailed records of purchases, invoices, and product specifications
  • Ensure proper storage and rotation of all goods (FIFO practices)
  • Monitor food and beverage costs and assist in budget management
  • Stay informed on seasonal availability, specialty items, and member preferences
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and club standards

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge of food products, including premium and seasonal ingredients
  • Understanding of country club operations, including banquets and high-volume events
  • Excellent vendor negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Strong organizational and inventory control abilities
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Proficiency in purchasing/inventory software and Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to multitask and adapt to changing event schedules
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Working Conditions:

  • Combination of office, kitchen, and storage areas
  • Early mornings required for receiving deliveries
  • Fast-paced environment, especially during peak season and large events
  • Ability to lift and move items up to 50 lbs

Education & Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or Business preferred
  • 2–4 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in a country club, hotel, or upscale dining environment
  • Previous kitchen or culinary experience is highly desirable

Preferred Attributes:

  • Experience working in private clubs or luxury hospitality settings
  • Knowledge of banquet and event planning needs
  • Familiarity with high-end purveyors and specialty products
  • Commitment to member satisfaction and service excellence 

About The Muttontown Club:

The Muttontown Club provides a sense of gracious civility packaged with a generous dose of modern-day comforts. Our members not only enjoy the manor's elegant interior and staffed fitness center, but also 5 Har-Tru clay tennis courts, an oversized pool, kid's playground, and an 18-hole golf course that offers an abundance of play for men and women alike. With its tight tee shots and intricate greens, golfers rate the course as challenging, yet uniquely approachable. Personalized tennis activities include adult clinics and children's programs, and our free-form pool is surrounded by a spacious deck, lounge chairs, and poolside dining. Just steps away is the Pool House Grill, serving up refreshing beverages, sandwiches, icy treats, and more. The culinary team prepares scrumptious cuisine year-round in The Clubhouse and on the Terrace, and our social calendar is filled with barbecues, wine tastings, casual nights, pool parties, card games and so much more!

Job Tags

Full time, Casual work, Work at office, Night shift, Early shift

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