Lead Cook

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Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits including comprehensive health insurance retirement plans and paid time off as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs local discounts and employee rates on hotel addition Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers.

Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.

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About our property:

Windrose on Hudson - a Riverside Conference Experience off the banks of the Hudson River nestled within the Croton Bay area boasting proximity to New York City and surrounding metro areas. An historic and idyllic location that rejuvenates with a sense of belonging to create meaningful connections with friends & colleagues. A soulful place that celebrates the natural Hudson Valley beauty where guests gather on milestones of education training and professional achievement for a toast while engaging in the wellness of the pristine outdoors.

248 well appointed guestrooms
Over 70K square feet of state of the art meeting & event space
Three food & beverage outlets
62 acres of trails expansive fitness center basketball team-building volleyball and your imagination

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Lead Cook. This individual must have extensive experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen and be a college graduate in the culinary arts. This individual must be creative motivated and a passionate hands-on leader in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally.

If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills the skills of your team and grow a career then we want you!

Your Role:

• You will act in the absence of the executive chef to complete the daily ordering using the current par levels for all outlets employee cafeteria and banquets.
• You may be required to perform any function within the culinary department (cook steward etc)
• You will conduct daily walk throughs of the kitchen make recommendations for corrections repairs cleanliness concerns and improvements if needed.
• You will conduct daily meetings with the team to ensure their preparation communicating all pertinent information
• You will attend weekly F&B meetings BEO meetings leadership meetings monthly safety meeting and represent the culinary team
• You will be the example that the culinary team follows
• You will have thorough knowledge of food allergens and handles any guest with food allergies with a high sense of urgency
• You will work with the culinary team to ensure prep sheets are updated and being properly used daily
• You will guide the nightly cleaning of all kitchen areas follow up with pm stewarding crew to ensure dish area is clean and organized for the following days service
• You will assist the Executive Chef in the creation costing and implementation of (seasonal) menus and special menus

What are we looking for

• Must be able to work long hours including weekends and holidays.
• Have a 3 years experience as a cook in a high volume professional kitchen
• Must have basic allergy knowledge
• Must have full knowledge of correct cooking temperatures of all vegetables and proteins must be able to provide cutting tools needed to perform job as well as a calibrated food grade thermometer.
• Must have full knowledge of the states health codes as well as the eco sure food safety and health report
• Active Food handlers certification
• Requires strong organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Have a desire to exceed expectations
• An energetic personality

Compensation:

$25.00

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$25.00

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.