Culinary Externship

Dlv Hamptons Management LLC; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$21.00 per hour

Overtime available

Employee meals

Referral incentives

Housing option

Professional development

Job summary

Discovery Land Company is seeking a Culinary Extern at Dune Deck Beach Club in Westhampton Beach, NY. The extern will support the Culinary Department during the Summer Semester (April–Sept) and work across kitchen stations.

Qualifications include enrollment in a culinary/hospitality program, six months back-of-house experience, ServSafe certification, and strong health and safety knowledge. Flexibility and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited Culinary or Hospitality program.
• Six months back-of-house experience in a foodservice outlet.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• ServSafe certification.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to read/write/speak English; additional languages preferred.
• Physically able to handle indoor/outdoor work and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dishes are uniform and prepared to set specifications.
• Work rotating shifts across all kitchen stations.
• Maintain quality and ensure standard recipes are followed.
• Assist with prep such as chopping, butchering, and sauces.
• Keep kitchen clean with light housekeeping and waste disposal.
• Respond urgently to guest needs during interactions.
• Stock and restock kitchen items and ingredients daily.
• Ensure safety standards are always complied with by department.
• Monitor expiration dates and inspect ingredients prior to use.
• Maintain equipment and report safety concerns to leaders.
• Attend department meetings and trainings as necessary.

Skills

Six months back-of-house experience

ServSafe certified

Health and safety regulation knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

English reading/writing

Education

Enrollment in an accredited Culinary or Hospitality program

Job description

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do! This role will be located at one of Discovery LandCompany’s locations: Dune Deck Beach Club, set in Westhampton Beach, NewYork. Dune Deck Beach Club is seeking CULINARYEXTERNS to join the Food & Beverage - Culinary Department. Seasonal dates are Summer Semester (April to Sept) only. The Culinary Extern will have a thorough understanding of all items on the menu and daily specials, ensure spoiled or damaged serving utensils are not used and watch particularly for cracked or chipped China, glassware, prevent the use of contaminated products in any phase of food preparation, and ensure all government, safety, health, and security standards are always complied through the department. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Extern will ensure all dishes are uniform made to specifications set out by the Culinary Director or Executive Chef.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts at all outlets at the club across all stations in the kitchen.
• Responsible for the quality of all food items prepared in the kitchen and ensures standard recipes are being followed on a consistent basis.
• Assist with preparations of items to include but not limited to chopping vegetables, butchering meat, and preparing sauces.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen throughout the day with light housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, cleaning counters, and garbage disposal.
• Demonstrate sense of urgency for responding to guest needs during all interactions.
• Perform daily stocking and re-stocking of all kitchen items as needed throughout the day with raw materials and ingredients.
• Ensure all government, safety, health, and security standards are complied through the department at all times.
• Monitor expiration of perishable items and inspect ingredients prior to use.
• Maintain all equipment to ensure it is properly maintained and handled, and report any safety or maintenance concerns promptly to the Culinary Director or Executive Chef.
• Attend department meetings and trainings, as necessary.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited Culinary or Hospitality program with a college/university affiliated with Discovery Land Co.
• Six months related experience in back of the house of foodservice outlet.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and the ability to apply them in the workplace.
• ServSafe certified.
• Safety conscious at all times to avoid injury to self and others.
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain a high standard of service.
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays and an ability to work a shift greater than eight (8) hours in length.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits

• $21.00 per hour; Overtime available.
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs.
• Limited shared housing is offered through a separate rental company. Cost of housing will not be deducted from payroll; rent will be paid directly to a separate company via electronic payment, no cash.
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities.

About Us

Sitting on the south fork of Long Island in Westhampton Beach, Dune Deck Beach Club is an idyllic beachfront club in NewYork, just moments away from bustling city life. Offering waterfront suites and an engaging set of outdoor and indoor amenities, Dune Deck creates a one-of-a-kind experience for family fun in the Hamptons. Here members can enjoy unique dining experiences throughout the summer season as well as Discovery’s signature Outdoor Pursuits program. Located just 15 minutes from The Hills, our newest East Coast property, Dune Deck has something for every member of the family. At Dune Deck, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse cultures and communities. All while providing the highest level of member and guest services and contributing to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit: https://dunedeckclub.com/ Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world.

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