We're looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let's see if we're a fit. We hope so. Welcome to The Fenway Hotel, where the spirit of jazz permeates every corner of our boutique hotel. Originally opened in 1927, we've played host to some of the most remarkable people in history. From musicians and artists to politicians and explorers, our hotel has a rich legacy that's hard to match. Today, we're proud to offer a unique experience that honors the past while embracing the future. We believe that everyone has a song to sing, and we invite you to create your own tune with us. With breathtaking views of Dunedin Channel, our hotel is a place to relax, unwind, and let inspiration take hold. We've created a homage to Dunedin's rich music history and a destination for you to get carried away in your own verse. If you share our passion for music, history, and adventure, we look forward to hearing from you. So take a chance, apply today, and join our band. Together, we'll create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Overview of the Role: The Prep Cook will be responsible for preparing the kitchen in a multitude of tasks to include the day to day preparation of the meals within all the F & B outlets and to continually uphold the Luminary & Co service standards and Mainsail Lodging & Development standards. Essential Functions / Job Duties: •Basic vegetable prep - peeling, slicing, dicing, and portioning •Basic sauce prep - primarily stocks, salad dressings, sauces and vinaigrettes •Basic cooking of bulk prep items braised meats, soups, and sides •Minor butchering -processing whole poultry and fish •Baking & pastry preparation •General cleaning - to include equipment, floors, walls, coolers, and freezers •Dishwashing -all Luminary & Co. kitchen staff wash dishes •Ability to listen and understand specific •Ability to cut and chop food as well as other tasks •Ability to work long hours standing over hot stoves and grills. •Ability to work as a team in a stressful, fast-paced environment •Follow Safe Staff sanitary compliance throughout every area working in the kitchen •Follow all safety procedures to include knife safety •Restock clean dishes, flatware and all cooking equipment to the appropriate storage areas. •Maintain the kitchen work area in an orderly and clean condition. •Clean or prepare various food for cooking or serving to include peeling vegetables, portioning products, etc. •Follow proper hand washing procedures •Assist with plate up dinners during banquets •Stock supplies for the kitchen in specified locations and maintain area in order •Sweep, Scrub, mop floors. Wipe walls, coolers, freezers and equipment •Sort and remove trash and clean the garbage cans / whales daily •Maintain trash area and place in proper area for pickup •Assist with loading and unloading of food deliveries and supplies •Maintain a professional presentable uniform and personal grooming •Able to effectively communicate with the team on a daily basis •Maintain a sense of ownership for the hotel / restaurant •Follow Safe Staff sanitary compliance throughout every area working in the kitchen •Perform other duties as management requests to service our guests
Education & Experience - High School diploma or equivalent or higher
- Minimum of 1-year experience in restaurant
- Previous culinary kitchen experience, pastry & baking preferred
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Physical Demands - Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Corrected vision to normal range
- Ability to use knives, kitchen machinery safely and effectively.
- Ability to lift 20 lbs.
- Long hours sometimes required
Mental Demands - Make sound judgments quickly
- Ability to work with others in a high demand kitchen
- Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlines
- Able to work independently, take direction and provide direction to others
- Manage differing personalities within the kitchen, the hotel and the community
- Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality
- Ability to work effectively in stressful, high pressure situations
- Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary
Mainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.