Cook - PM

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel and restaurant in Rhode Island is seeking a Culinary Artisan to join their kitchen brigade. This role involves showcasing culinary skills, ensuring high-quality food presentation, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Candidates should have formal culinary education and at least one year of experience. Successful applicants will assist in food preparations, manage inventory, and adhere to hygiene standards, contributing to unforgettable dining experiences. Join a team that values creativity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Formal training or education in culinary arts.
• One year of experience in a culinary role.
• Strong focus on precision and detail to ensure high-quality presentation.

Responsibilities

• Convert recipes and daily requirements.
• Assist other cooks and kitchen staff.
• Check function sheets and prepare task lists.
• Practice good stock rotation and minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to hygiene standards.
• Order supplies and fill out Engineering work orders.

Skills

Precision and attention to detail

Culinary creativity

Strong teamwork skills

Education

Formal training or education in culinary arts

Job description

Company Description

Inspired by the insatiable wanderlust and rebellious spirit of Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, the historic downtown mansion once owned by the businessman and scion has been reinterpreted for the modern era as a lively and stylish social destination. From a secret bar tucked into a corner of the sumptuous Doris Duke-inspired parlor to the specially-commissioned series of mysterious and moody old-world still lifes sprinkled throughout the foyer and lounge, the scene at The Vanderbilt is crackling with coastal curiosities and alluring eccentricities waiting to be discovered.

Job Description

Step into the realm of culinary excellence as a key player in our kitchen brigade. Whether you're a savant with savory delights or a lover of sweet symphonies, embrace the opportunity to showcase your culinary prowess. As a Culinary Artisan, you play an integral role in curating an unforgettable dining experience, leaving an indelible mark on the palates of our patrons.

• Converts recipes and standard measurements to daily requirements.
• Assists other cooks, supervisors, and Executive Chef with a positive self-motivating attitude.
• Check function sheets, restaurant requisitions, and special requests and prepare a list of tasks to be accomplished.
• Practices good stock rotation, storage, and handling of goods to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Keeps the working area clean at all times and adheres to all health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Orders supplies as necessary by initiating requisitions and fills out Engineering work orders as necessary to maintain the best possible physical plant.

Qualifications

• Formal training or education in culinary arts
• One year experience.
• Strong focus on precision and detail to ensure consistency and high-quality presentation of pastries and desserts.

Additional Information

Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge. Vanderbilt Hotel LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Vanderbilt Hotel LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vanderbilt Hotel LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.