Pastry Cook - TAO Downtown Restaurant New York

Tao Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Program withEmployer

Life and Disability Insurance Plans

Ancillary Insurance Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Fertility & Family Forming Support and

Pet Insurance

TAO Marketplace

Employee Discounts

Time off and much more!

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is seeking a skilled in-venue line cook to join our team. This role requires two years of line cook experience and prior work in a high-volume culinary operation. You will prepare hot and cold dishes, follow orders from the POS, maintain cleanliness, and work as part of a collaborative kitchen staff to meet Tao Group standards.

We value teamwork, speed, and attention to detail. The position is full-time and on-site, with opportunities for training and growth within a

Qualifications

• 2-year culinary line cook experience required.
• Experience as a line cook in a high-volume culinary operation preferred.
• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.
• Handle all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.
• Prepare all restaurant foods, hot and cold; work in all aspects of food preparation.
• Accurately follow orders received from the POS system and/or expeditor.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the assigned station.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions and support co-workers as a team player.
• Know recipes and execute them to company standards.
• Communicate product needs to chefs and support staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Stamina

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Tools

POS system

Job description

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance Plans
• Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
• Pet Insurance
• TAO Marketplace
• Employee Discounts
• Time off and much more!

Ensure quality,consistency, production, and execution of all food menu items. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.
• Handles all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.
• Prepare all the restaurant's foods, hot and cold. Responsible for working in all aspects of food preparation.
• Accurately follows all orders received from the POS system and/or directions from the expeditor.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, and communicate with and support co-workers, while being a team player.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to execute them to company standards.
• Possesses general knowledge of the venue.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Communicates product needs to the chefs and the support staff.
• Required to check cover counts, BEOs, and/or Fire Sheets.
• Properly sets up the station and performs opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
• Stock station with prescribed supplies.
• Sets “mise en place” following FIFO and company standards.
• Wipes down and sanitizes the station.
• Performs opening side-work as prescribed.
• Performs closing side-work as prescribed.
• Report all breakage, and damage to equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue line cook training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• 2-year culinary line cook experience required.
• Experience as a line cook in a high-volume culinary operation preferred.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment