Culinary Team Member

Job Title: Culinary Team Member

Supervisor: General Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full Time/Part Time

Summary

A Shepherd’s Run Culinary Team Member is a self-motivated and hospitality-oriented individual. In this position the Culinary Team Member will work with the General Manager and other Property Managers to execute the Food Beverage vision for the property. They will help ensure a safe, clean, and organized food facility for Shepherd’s Run Guests. The ideal candidate is professional, proactive, driven, focused, and able to collaborate as part of a dynamic team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepares food and beverage items for breakfast and wine bar menu. as directed by General Manager, or other Managers.
• Able to read, understand and follow recipes to ensure a consistent product.
• Has Food Production knowledge of techniques and equipment for preparing food, including storage/handling techniques.
• Has valid ServSafe Food Handler Card or ServSafe Manager Certification.
• Has production and processing knowledge of raw materials, production processes, safe storage, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods.
• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
• Keep dish area clear of dirty dishes and helps restock clean dishes.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Assists in menu planning and ordering.
• Help in the production of food for special events as well as set-up, washing dishes and food prep prior to Event.
• Set-up food items in a logical and visually attractive manner as explained by the General Manager or other Managers.
• Empties cleans trash bins.
• Follows all OSHA Safety and all Health and state regulations and requirements for the industry and maintains a safe and secure work environment for the establishment and patrons.
• Maintains a clean and professional appearance.
• Reports on any issues that require maintenance.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Inn Events and Support:

• Assists in the preparation of special events and may actively participate in special events for the Inn and Vineyard as directed by the General Manager or other Managers.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional or difficult topics. Generates creative solutions; demonstrates attention to detail.
• Logic- Ability to apply common sense understanding to a variety of tasks and duties. Ability to adapt to minor changes in routine, solve basic problems, and work with moderate supervision.
• Teamwork - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; helps and supports co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations. Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Judgement - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions; ; respects and implements the decision of supervisor and moves forward productively once a decision has been made.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Must be able to able to lift 50lbs overhead. Heavy physical activity performing regular strenuous activities, including standing, walking, climbing, reaching, carrying, pushing, pulling, squatting, and other motions. Stability and balance adequate for elevated and/or narrow work areas. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach, grasp, hold, handle items, and work with the fingers, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Clear vision (close and distant), peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing adequate for working safely around machinery, vehicles, and other equipment.

All physical work or work with equipment must be completed safely for both the individual, others on the team and the property of Shepherd’s Run. A strict adherence to this safety standard is required without exception. If something cannot be done safely it is the duty of an employee to ask for help before initiating the task.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Education and/or Experience

• Must have the ability to lift and/or carry at least 50-lbs.
• High school diploma, GED certificate or vocational coursework in kitchen basics
• Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment and supplies
• Physical stamina for being on your feet throughout shifts; Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and wipe.
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions.
• Must be able to stay focused, alert, upbeat, outgoing and positive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to clearly communicate guests’ needs to staff.
• Must be able to work effectively within a team.
• Able to work with a small team in a supportive, productive and positive atmosphere.
• Able to support other departments and cross train as needed depending on business demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work with multiple teams and projects.

*Shepherd’s Run is a tobacco free property

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17