Affordable Housing, Allergies, Cisco Unified MeetingPlace, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Detail Oriented, Food Quality, Heavy Lifting, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Music, Needs Assessment, Order Supplies, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Quality Monitoring, Recycling, Refrigeration, Restaurant, Sanitation, Team Player, Time Management
About Us
Public House is a historic property in the heart of Crested Butte, Colorado consisting of a modern Colorado saloon, boutique hotel, and iconic live music venue. A trusted meeting place in the heart of Crested Butte, Public House celebrates local food and drinks, welcoming accommodations, and the community of live music. Public House is a part of the Grassy Creek family, a private equity firm with offices in London, Amsterdam, Crested Butte, New York, and the Bay Area.
Position Summary
Public House seeks a Line Cook for all kitchen functions including food preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; preparation, plate presentation, portion; and cost control. This role requires 2+ years cooking experience in a full service restaurant, problem solving abilities, self motivation, and organization, as well as knowledge of ingredients for flavor profiles and basic cooking techniques. The ideal candidate will have a culinary certificate and/or degree, and knowledge of cuisine and familiarity with wine pairings. This full time, seasonal role starts at $25 - $30/hour, depending on qualifications, and potential for company subsidized housing. The seasons run December to April and May to October. Resume and cover letter both required.
Roles and Responsibilities |
Position Purpose
- This position is directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; preparation, plate presentation, portion; and cost control.
Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks
- Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, serving standards and presentation guidelines.
- Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
- Monitor food quality and freshness.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient service.
- Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies as needed.
- Properly store all food items to meet sanitation standards.
- Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs.
- Maintain appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment and food storage areas.
- Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
- Lift heavy objects repeatedly along with shoveling snow and chipping ice.
- Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional.
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals.
- Follow proper trash and recycling practices.
- Perform calmly and effectively under pressure.
- Understand guest needs clearly and provide high level service at all times.
- Execute orders in a timely manner and account for all orders properly and accurately.
- Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests.
- Maintain full knowledge of all menu items, wines by the glass, beers, and signature drinks.
- Maintain knowledge of all courses in progress and communications between your team members.
- Finish all opening and closing duties according to deadlines.
- Other duties as needed.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years cooking experience in a full-service restaurant.
Special Position Requirements
- Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized.
- Knowledge of ingredients for flavor profiles and basic cooking techniques.
- Proven experience as a line cook or relevant role.
- Knowledge of cooking techniques and culinary terminology.
- Ability to speak, read, and understand basic cooking instructions.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong proactive communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently when needed.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Preferences
- Culinary certificate and/or degree.
- Knowledge of cuisine and general familiarity of wine pairings is a major plus.
Work Requirements
- Must be willing and able to meet physical demands, including sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and tasting or smelling.
- Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to occasionally navigate up to 160 pounds, e.g. kegs, etc.
- Must work around kitchen equipment, machinery, chemicals, fire, gasses and odors.
- Must work in extreme temperatures, including walk-in refrigerator/freezer and kitchen line.
- Must work within a loud and noisy environment.