Line Cook - Hudson, United States - Klocke Estate

Description

Welcome to Klocke Estate Klocke Estate will be home to exceptional earth-to-glass brandy & immersive world-class hospitality that reflects the spirit of the Hudson Valley.

The culinary program at Klocke Estate embodies the rich culinary heritage of France and Europe framed by a Hudson Valley perspective with a focus on seasonal produce, sustainable farming practices, in celebration of the best possible products.

The culinary department at Klocke Estate is looking for highly motivated and passionate cooks to bring their creativity and skills to our team. We are looking for individuals who work well under pressure, enjoy working with high quality local ingredients, thrive in a team environment and are willing and eager to learn and grow.

Line Cooks are responsible for prepping and executing all menu items and daily family meal with efficiency and attention to detail while maintaining high levels of cleanliness and adhering to health and sanitation requirements.

Role & Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong sense of ownership of entire culinary offerings provided by Klocke Estate and execute culinary offerings with a high level of precision and care.
• Assist Culinary management in special projects, kitchen operations and menu development.
• Assist in maintenance of facility, storage areas and work spaces.
• Assists with receiving, organizing and storing of incoming culinary and operational products.
• Assist with washing of service wares and culinary tools as needed.
• Participate in daily service meetings with leadership and other hospitality team members.
• Work proactively with Event staff to execute all events to Klocke Estate standards.
• Assist in training of new team members.
• Maintain complete knowledge of products and specifications. This includes ingredients, descriptions, sourcing, brands, allergens, etc.
• Comply with sanitation standards and procedures according to health and legal regulations.
• Show up for your shift on time and ready to work, dressed appropriately and with any tools pertaining to your position.
• Cultivate a comprehensive knowledge of our kitchen operations as detailed by the Employee Manual.
• Treat all areas of the building with respect. Help to promote a safe and clean environment for co-workers, and guests.

Additional Skills & Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate in written and spoken English.
• Proactive in communication to management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings, training sessions, and continuing education activities.
• Maintain a reasonable schedule with flexible availability, including early mornings or late nights, holidays, and time for all staff meetings and tastings.

Preferred Experience

· Minimum 1-2 years' experience in a kitchen position in a high-volume and/or fine-dining restaurant.

· Food Protection Certificate preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

· The hourly pay for the Line Cook is $22/hr

· Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

· Up to 10 Days Paid Time Off for full-time employees

Physical Demands

• The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 10 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Klocke Estate reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at their discretion. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Klocke Estate is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

This position has been made available by the provisions of a grant to Klocke Estate from the New York State Office of Community Renewal CDBG. Low-to-moderate income persons as defined by HUD will be given first consideration in hiring.