Salad/Prep Cook - Part Time

Shaker Village; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Salad/Prep Cook to join their culinary team. This role involves crafting delicious menu items with a focus on quality and presentation, utilizing fresh, local ingredients. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong passion for food preparation and possess the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Join a team that values teamwork and exceptional guest service, while contributing to a unique dining experience that celebrates the rich heritage of the Shaker community. If you are motivated and eager to create memorable meals, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating excellent meals and executing menu items to standards.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently with large kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute lunch and dinner menu items to high quality standards.
• Ensure proper food storage and compliance with safety and sanitation requirements.

Skills

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Kitchen Safety

Menu Execution

Manual Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Grills

Fryers

Convection Ovens

Tilt Skillets

Slicers

Job description

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (SVPH) is on a mission to inspire generations through DISCOVERY, by sharing the legacies of the Kentucky Shakers. SVPH is committed to bridging historic preservation, land conservation, engaged learning and warm hospitality to present an unrivaled destination experience.

Home to the third largest Shaker community in the United States from 1805 until 1910, SVPH manages the country's largest private collection of original 19th century buildings and is the largest National Historic Landmark in Kentucky. Onsite amenities at SVPH include overnight accommodations, dining and catering services, retail shops, event and meeting venues, historical exhibitions and tours, farm and garden area, nature preserve, multi-use trail system, equestrian stable and an extensive calendar of special programs, activities and events.

Salad/Prep Cook Job Summary

The Salad/Prep Cook at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is responsible for the proper preparation and execution of lunch and dinner menu items. Successful applicants have already mastered the basics of food preparation. This position takes part in the shift execution of menu items with emphasis on seed to table produce, home cooked desserts, and any other menu items as needed. Must have a do whatever is needed attitude. This position supports management by preparing great menu items to recipe in a timely manner.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Executes cold and hot side menu items to high quality standards
• Able to perform under time restraints with a positive attitude
• Ensure the proper storage of foods in designated areas, following wrapping, dating and labeling procedures
• Ensure all Shaker Village safety and sanitation requirements are met daily
• Utilize approved food production standards to maintain proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control
• Role model teamwork and great guest service
• Assure compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements
• Assist the line cook when needed by operating the fry station, retrieving more food and other needs
• Must have ability to compose aesthetically pleasing main dishes, salads, desserts
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong passion and motivation to create excellent meals
• Show ability to prepare and execute menu items to recipe standards
• Possess good kitchen practices, protocols and procedures
• Ability to work safely and efficiently with large volume kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, tilt skillets, slicers and convection ovens

Education and Experience

• High school diploma required
• Able to pass a criminal record background and reference check
• Available to work any shift as needed, including weekends

Mental and Physical Requirements

• Must be capable of standing for long periods
• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds
• Must have excellent manual dexterity

Working Environment and Conditions

• Frequent exposure to hot water, potentially slippery floors, ovens, stovetops with varying degrees in temperatures
• Frequent exposure to fluctuating temperatures (inside and outside as needed)
• Working in close quarters, standing for hours at a time
• Lifting heavy pots and kettles, working near hot ovens and grills
• Working hours may include early mornings, late evenings, holidays and weekends