Catering Services, Cook Dishes, Food Services, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Negotiation Skills, Restaurant, Retail
Position: Prep Cook
Status: Hourly, part-time or full-time
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (SVPH) is on a mission to inspire generations through DISCOVERY, by sharing the legacies of the Kentucky Shakers. SVPH is committed to bridging historic preservation, land conservation, engaged learning and warm hospitality to present an unrivaled destination experience.
Home to the third largest Shaker community in the United States from 1805 until 1910, SVPH manages the country's largest private collection of original 19th century buildings and is the largest National Historic Landmark in Kentucky. Onsite amenities include overnight accommodation, dining and catering services, retail shops, event and meeting venues, historical exhibitions and tours, farm and garden area, nature preserve, multi-use trail system, equestrian stable and an extensive calendar of special programs, activities and events.
The Prep/Line Cook is responsible for preparing meal service and for individual order preparation on the cook line in the main kitchen at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill.
Major Duties/Functions/Tasks
- Review production list with kitchen shift leader and prepare menu items according to Shaker Village standards
- Properly store food using prescribed Shaker Village wrapping, dating and labeling procedures
- Maintain clean work area along with equipment and utensils
- Set up serving kitchen station and maintain section during service
- Properly break down and clean station after service
- Work with co-workers in a friendly, respectful and efficient manner
- Follow all prescribed food production and presentation standards
Skills/Requirements
- Demonstrate competence in basic culinary techniques including but not limited to: braising, sautéing, grilling, roasting and steaming
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of all kitchen equipment
- Above average knife skills
- Ability to strategically complete groups of tasks in a prescribed period of time
- Ability to follow all Shaker Village health and safety standards
Qualifications:
- Two years' experience in a restaurant or food service kitchen
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to negotiate stairs throughout a shift, quickly and safely, while carrying containers of food, kitchen implements and/or small equipment
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Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill