Kitchen Expeditor - Chocolatier

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a year-round restaurant that celebrates the legacy of Milton S. Hershey! As a part-time team member, you'll be responsible for expediting food items and ensuring quality service. This position offers a flexible schedule and sweet perks like free admission to Hersheypark and discounts on food and shopping. If you have a passion for food and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the fun and excitement of working in a unique setting that brings joy and chocolate to guests every day!

Benefits

Free Admission to Hersheypark

Discounts on Food & Shopping

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and able to follow food handling procedures.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized workstation.

Responsibilities

• Plating and expediting food items according to recipes.
• Maintaining communication with front of house staff for timely service.

Skills

Food Handling Procedures

Recipe Troubleshooting

Workstation Maintenance

Inventory Management

Speed and Cleanliness

Education

Minimum Age of 16

Job description

Join the team at The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio, a year-round, full-service restaurant located at Hersheypark. The Chocolatier serves up family fare with a fun spin, and hints of chocolate for lunch and dinner. The space features past and present pieces from the Hersheypark ride collection, one-of-a-kind views of neighboring attractions, and a second-story patio and bar. The Chocolatier celebrates the life and legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, by continuing to bring people together for happiness, fun, and of course, chocolate.

This position is responsible for expediting all food items according to standardized recipes with speed and consistency of quality.

As a Part-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission and parking to Hersheypark, discounts on food & shopping, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID!

Job Duties

1. Plating, garnishing, and expediting food*
2. Maintaining communication with front of house staff to ensure timely service to the guests*
3. Assisting with training*
4. Minimizing waste*
5. Ensuring that all work areas remain clean and organized including walk-in freezer, refrigerator, dry stock, and storage areas*
6. Ensuring that all food products are stored properly*
7. Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age or older

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to exhibit proper food handling procedures in accordance with Pennsylvania regulations and adhere to all ServSafe guidelines.
• Ability to follow and troubleshoot recipes/menu items with little or no difficulty.
• Ability to efficiently set up and maintain workstation.
• Ability to demonstrate the outlet style of cuisine through food tasting and preparation.
• Ability to assist Chef with maintaining accurate inventory levels.
• Ability to work with position, supportive attitude, skill, speed, and cleanliness.

Job Demands

Based on operational need, the working schedule may include up to 40+ hours per week. Flexible schedule required, including days, evenings, split shifts, weekends and holidays. Physical requirements include standing for long periods of time and ability to lift at least 40 pounds. Must be comfortable working in temperature variations.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.