James Beard Foundation The James Beard Foundation PLATFORM is a mission-centered showcase kitchen, event, dining, and culinary demonstration space, as well as a vendor kiosk featuring visiting guest chefs. PLATFORM, which includes event space for up to 80 guests, is situated within the new Pier 57 Food Hall, home to 17 additional culinary kiosk vendors serving as an incubator for local small businesses and food entrepreneurs aligned with the Foundation's mission of championing a standard of good food anchored in talent, equity, and sustainability. The James Beard Foundation promotes Good Food For Good™. For more than 30 years, the Foundation has highlighted the centrality of food culture in our daily lives. Through the variety of industry programs that educate and empower leaders in the culinary community, the Foundation has asserted the power of food to drive behavior, culture, and policy change. The organization is committed to giving chefs a voice and the tools to make the world more sustainable, equitable, and delicious for everyone. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the James Beard Foundation launched the Open for Good campaign to ensure that independent restaurants not only survive but that the industry is able to rebuild stronger than before. www.jamesbeard.org Great Performances Great Performances, which operates PLATFORM and Good to Go, is a hospitality management company committed to collaboration, innovation, and quality. The woman owned business serving New York City for over 40 years is renowned for events catering as well as food service in celebrated New York City cultural institutions, including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, The Apollo Theater and others. Great Performances is the nation's first caterer to own and operate its own organic farm, Katchkie Farm, located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, the company consistently sets the pace for industry best practices. We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team and to support our vision, mission, and values through everything they do. If you share our passion and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our WorldOur Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine HospitalityOur Core Values: Craftsmanship: developing new menus, designs, and moments to deliver engaging experiences to our clients and guests. People: creating fair access, opportunity, and advancement for everyone. Our employees are our greatest asset. Sustainability: upholding and elevating standards for sustainable behaviors that support our planet. Collaboration: aligning with our clients', colleagues', and community's visions to execute a successful experience. Doing Good Through Food: engaging in action around food access, health and wellness, education, and philanthropy. Responsibilities
- The individual should be punctual, presentable, and with a strong work ethic, always conducting themselves in a professional manner, and working in a hygienic, clean manner
- 1-2 years of hospitality industry cashier role experience
- Must have exceptional customer service skills to JBF standards
- Participate in routine cleaning, maintenance, and operations
- Educate members, staff, and non-members on our food and drink selections
- Maximize sales by practicing up-selling and add-on sales
- Restock and merchandise as directed by management
- Knowledge of POS systems
- Knowledge of protocols for cash handling
- Ability to follow the Department of Health standards and guidelines
- Maintain the cleanliness of all FOH and Kiosk areas throughout the shift
- Proven kitchen experience.
- Keeping the kitchen clean and orderly
- Knowledge of specific cooking processes such as reducing sauces, parboiling food, boiling water, and preheating pans, and ovens.
- Knowledge of protocols for dish cleaning and sanitation
- Seasoning and preparation of food as directed by Sous/ Exec. Chef
- Preparing dishes such as salads, and sandwiches, and rotating seasonal dishes as directed by the chef
- Acting as an aide to Sous/ Executive Chef
- Ensure food is properly stored and handled safely for consumption.
- Be able to work in a team environment and take direction.
- Communicate effectively with all team members.
- Respect for fellow employees, including management and vendors.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Stand, reach, and bend throughout the shift.
- Responsible, dependable, and punctual.
- Weekend days required
Location: Chelsea area of Manhattan Base salary: $24.00/hour +tips Benefits: PTO, 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Transit, and FSA (Flexible Spending Account) Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States. Great Performances is an equal-opportunity employer. At Great Performances, we employ qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.