Front of House Apprentice

Outstanding in the Field; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, NY is offering a six‑month, paid Front of House Apprenticeship through Research and Service (FARMS). This immersive program blends hospitality training with hands‑on food‑systems education and rotations through dining room roles.

You will learn service fundamentals, participate in readings and discussions, and work alongside a cohort to explore farm, kitchen, and dining room connections. High school diploma preferred; hourly compensation is $18.

Qualifications

• Guest‑Oriented: warmth, professionalism, and commitment to hospitality.
• Team Player: thrives in a collaborative setting and supports others.
• Flexible: comfortable with evenings, weekends, and dynamic schedules.
• Curious: interest in where food comes from and how it’s served.
• Engaged: eager to connect food systems to everyday service.
• Committed: intends to build a career at Blue Hill post-FARMS.

Responsibilities

• Rotating through dining room roles: polisher, back waiter, runner, front waiter.
• Greeting guests, pouring water, polishing glassware, serving food, clearing plates.
• Maintaining organization and cleanliness of plateware and service areas.
• Supporting beverage service and storytelling about our food, farm, and mission.
• Participating in educational programming: readings, discussions, and on‑site learning on the farm.
• Assisting with research projects and hands‑on activities like foraging or baking.

Skills

Guest‑Oriented

Team Player

Flexible

Curious

Engaged

Committed

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Blue Hill at Stone Barns is regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative places to eat, cook, learn and explore, garnering widespread attention and accolades, including the James Beard award in 2015 for the Most Outstanding Restaurant in the US, and ranking among the World's 50 Best List.

Blue Hill at Stone Barns consistently attracts loyal, dedicated and curious employees. Please be one of them. As a member of our team, engage in unique learning experiences and be a part of a community that's pushing the boundaries of 'farm-to-table' dining.

We are a small family run company that began with Blue Hill Farm. Today we are two restaurants, a cafe, a catering business, and a marketplace. Chef Dan Barber and co-owners David and Laureen Barber, have cultivated a cutting edge farm-to-table dining experience that is actually a table in the middle of an 80 acre working farm. We are 30 miles from midtown Manhattan and yet it looks and feels like the rolling hills of Vermont. Come join us!

EOE M/F/D/V

Calling all curious minds with a passion for hospitality, agriculture, and food systems.

FARMS (Front of House Apprenticeship through Research and Service) is a six-month paid front‑of‑house apprenticeship at Blue Hill at Stone Barns. Designed for individuals interested in the intersection of restaurant service, regenerative agriculture, and culinary research, FARMS offers hands‑on training in hospitality alongside immersive food systems education.

Apprentices rotate through various front‑of‑house roles, learning the fundamentals of restaurant operations while participating in weekly readings and discussions, guest lectures, and independent research alongside a cohort of peers. The curriculum explores themes such as seed breeding, whole grain baking, grass‑fed animal processing, and fermentation—linking the farm, kitchen, and dining room to agroecology.

FARMS is an opportunity to deepen your knowledge of food systems while developing the skills needed to thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven service environment. The cohort is strengthened by the diversity of its perspectives; experience outside of the food industry and farming is welcome.

Who You Are:

• Guest‑Oriented: You bring warmth, professionalism, and a sincere commitment to excellent hospitality.
• Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative setting and take pride in supporting those around you.
• Flexible: You are comfortable working evenings, weekends, and a dynamic schedule.
• Curious: You have a deep interest in where food comes from, how it’s grown, and how it’s served.
• Engaged: You are excited to explore big‑picture food system topics and connect them to everyday service.
• Committed: You are interested in building a career at Blue Hill and will apply your FARMS experience after completing the program.

Tasks May Include:

• Rotating through dining room roles beginning with polisher and moving on to back waiter, runner, and front waiter
• Greeting guests, pouring water, polishing glassware, running food, and clearing plates
• Maintaining organization and cleanliness of plateware, glassware, and service areas
• Supporting beverage service and storytelling about our food, farm, and mission
• Participating in educational programming, including readings, discussions, and work on the farm
• Assisting with research projects and hands‑on activities like foraging or baking

The Details:

• Compensation: $18 / hour
• Location: In‑person at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, NY (~1 hr from NYC)
• High school diploma preferred
• Fine dining experience is not required
• Diverse work and life experience is valued
• Manual dexterity, auditory/visual ability, and ability to follow oral instructions
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities
• Access to Staff Education: Including weekly speakers, readings, on‑site learning, and collaborative research
• Reports To: General Manager

Blue Hill is committed to equity and inclusion throughout every aspect of our work and team. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage BIPOC and/or gender minority candidates to apply.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $18.00 - $18.00

Company description

Blue Hill at Stone Barns is regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative places to eat, cook, learn and explore, garnering widespread attention and accolades, including the James Beard award in 2015 for the Most Outstanding Restaurant in the US, and ranking among the World's 50 Best List.

Blue Hill at Stone Barns consistently attracts loyal, dedicated and curious employees. Please be one of them. As a member of our team, engage in unique learning experiences and be a part of a community that's pushing the boundaries of 'farm-to-table' dining.

We are a small family run company that began with Blue Hill Farm. Today we are two restaurants, a cafe, a catering business, and a marketplace. Chef Dan Barber and co-owners David and Laureen Barber, have cultivated a cutting edge farm-to-table dining experience that is actually a table in the middle of an 80 acre working farm. We are 30 miles from midtown Manhattan and yet it looks and feels like the rolling hills of Vermont. Come join us!

EOE M/F/D/V

Job description

Calling all curious minds with a passion for hospitality, agriculture, and food systems.

FARMS (Front of House Apprenticeship through Research and Service) is a six-month paid front‑of‑house apprenticeship at Blue Hill at Stone Barns. Designed for individuals interested in the intersection of restaurant service, regenerative agriculture, and culinary research, FARMS offers hands‑on training in hospitality alongside immersive food systems education.

Apprentices rotate through various front‑of‑house roles, learning the fundamentals of restaurant operations while participating in weekly readings and discussions, guest lectures, and independent research alongside a cohort of peers. The curriculum explores themes such as seed breeding, whole grain baking, grass‑fed animal processing, and fermentation—linking the farm, kitchen, and dining room to agroecology.

FARMS is an opportunity to deepen your knowledge of food systems while developing the skills needed to thrive in a collaborative, mission‑driven service environment. The cohort is strengthened by the diversity of its perspectives; experience outside of the food industry and farming is welcome.

Who You Are:

• Guest‑Oriented: You bring warmth, professionalism, and a sincere commitment to excellent hospitality.
• Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative setting and take pride in supporting those around you.
• Flexible: You are comfortable working evenings, weekends, and a dynamic schedule.
• Curious: You have a deep interest in where food comes from, how it’s grown, and how it’s served.
• Engaged: You are excited to explore big‑picture food system topics and connect them to everyday service.
• Committed: You are interested in building a career at Blue Hill and will apply your FARMS experience after completing the program.

Tasks May Include:

• Rotating through dining room roles beginning with polisher and moving on to back waiter, runner, and front waiter
• Greeting guests, pouring water, polishing glassware, running food, and clearing plates
• Maintaining organization and cleanliness of plateware, glassware, and service areas
• Supporting beverage service and storytelling about our food, farm, and mission
• Participating in educational programming, including readings, discussions, and work on the farm
• Assisting with research projects and hands‑on activities like foraging or baking

The Details:

• Compensation: $18 / hour
• Duration: Six months, full-time
• Location: In‑person at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, NY (~1 hr from NYC)
• High school diploma preferred
• Fine dining experience is not required
• Diverse work and life experience is valued
• Manual dexterity, auditory/visual ability, and ability to follow oral instructions
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities
• Access to Staff Education: Including weekly speakers, readings, on‑site learning, and collaborative research
• Reports To: General Manager

Blue Hill is committed to equity and inclusion throughout every aspect of our work and team. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage BIPOC and/or gender minority candidates to apply.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $18.00 - $18.00

Deadline

November 28, 2026