Garde Manger (Athenaeum Hotel Kitchen)/Seasonal Employment

Chautauqua Institution; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality organization is seeking a Culinary professional for their Athenaeum Hotel kitchen. This full-time position focuses on garde-manger and pastry preparation, training staff, and ensuring food quality. Ideal candidates will have culinary education and hands-on experience in the kitchen. The role offers a competitive hourly wage, seasonal employment from June to August, and the possibility for additional responsibilities. Applicants should be ready to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

Referral bonus

Limited housing options available

Qualifications

• Combined Chef education and experience in a relevant culinary field.
• Proven ability to train staff effectively.
• Experience in garde-manger and pastry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare garde-manger and pastry items prior to service.
• Plate items during meals and suggest dessert pairings.
• Train culinary staff in techniques and assist in food preparation.
• Research and develop new recipes to refresh the menu.
• Ensure food presentation is visually appealing.
• Submit food and supply orders for approval.
• Work efficiently as part of a team, managing multiple priorities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Garde-manger experience

Pastry skills

Training staff

Menu development

Education

Culinary education

Job description

Job Details

Job Category: Culinary

Requisition Number: GARDE004347

Posted: December 22, 2025 | Full-Time | On-site | Rate: $16.50–$18.00 per hour

Location

The Athenaeum Hotel
3 S Lake Dr
Chautauqua, NY 14722, USA

Description

The Athenaeum Hotel Kitchen supports culinary services for all ten of the Chautauqua Hotel Company food service operations. The kitchen operates daily from 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. during the nine‑week summer season.

Compensation

Starting at $16.50 per hour, up to $18.00 per hour with experience and qualifications.

Work Day

• Prepare garde‑manger and pastry items prior to service, collaborating with the Executive Chef.
• Plate items during meals and suggest pairing desserts with wines, cocktails, and other dessert beverages.
• Train culinary staff in techniques, assist in food preparation.
• Research and develop recipes to keep the menu fresh.
• Ensure all food is visually appealing.
• Submit food and supply orders for Executive Chef approval.
• Work efficiently in a team, handling multiple priorities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Referral Program

Active employees who refer a candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90 days receive a $500 referral bonus (less taxes). For seasonals less than 6 months, the requirement is 30 days.

Schedule

Seasonal employment June to August, with flexibility for pre‑season and post‑season. Schedules include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Typical shift eight hours, start time 5 a.m.–5 p.m.

Living on the Grounds

Limited housing options may be available; housing is not an employer option unless otherwise stated.

Chautauqua Institution

The Chautauqua Institution is a not‑for‑profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across the four pillars of arts, education, religion, and recreation. The institution owns and operates the Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

Commitment to IDEA

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA). The institution is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Combined Chef education/experience. Experience in garde‑manger and pastry. Proven ability to train staff and develop menus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.