Job Information
Legends Hospitality PREP Cook - Well& by Durst, 151 in New York, New York
Description
LEGENDS
Founded in 2008, Legends’ operating divisions worldwide include – Global Partnerships, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Partnerships, Global Merchandise, Global Technology Solutions, Attractions, Growth Enterprises – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.
GLOBAL HOSPITALITY
We believe that exceptional venue experiences should extend beyond game day and show time. From five-star feasts and craft cocktails to local eats and sizzling chef-inspired creations, we are renowned for our exceptional dining experiences. Our fresh, creative cuisine is just the beginning. We strive to delight guests at every turn: candy walls, in-house bakeshops and a warm welcome at every turn.
WELL& by DURST, 151
Well& by Durst, 151 is a constantly evolving experience that supports your well-being and fuels your endeavors. It’s a social spot to gather friends and colleagues, and an intimate space to gather your thoughts. Bring a lunch date to sample world-class cuisine or push your ideas further with flawless business services.
THE ROLE
The PREP Cook is responsible for providing quick and efficient service to customers in a variety of duties relating to a fine dining culinary experience and maintaining sanitation standards. The role reports to the Executive Chef.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Always ensure a safe associate environment to reduce risks of accident and/or injury
Inspect all kitchen areas to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and proper setup while adhering to the strictest health standards—to include reporting and documenting hazardous conditions or unsafe practices
Maintain a professional kitchen image—to include cleanliness, proper chefs’ attire, and appearance standards
Follow Executive Chef, Sous-Chef(s) and/or Culinary Supervisors assignments for opening and closing procedures and food preparation
Prepare food items by complying with portion size, quality standards, departmental rules, policies and procedures, ensuring teams are doing the same
Maintain HACCP standards ensuring a high-quality level of food, food temperatures, rotation of product, cleanliness and sanitation standards
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen including walk-in coolers, dry storage, shelves, walls, floors and drains
Ensure all food preparation equipment is clean and sanitized and that it is kept in a safe and operable condition and report issues to chefs
Identify and stores meats, poultry, seafood, pasta, starches, dairy products, and all other food items according to established standards
Participate as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service, and delivery of product
Assist with station duties and perform other assigned duties/tasks—as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
Must be at least 18 years old
Possession of food handler’s certification from Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)
Ability to align with Executive Chef’s expectations
Experience working in high-volume, food service venues (preferably in high end restaurant, catering venue, or hotel) with experience overseeing the sale of alcohol
Ability, and knowledge, to receive and inspect, select, and use only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, and other food products of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to balance priorities and tasks in a deadline-oriented environment
Flexibility to work extended hours due to business need (incl., late nights, weekends and holidays)
COMPENSATION
$20/hour + a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) plan.
WORKING CONDITIONS
ON-SITE: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Team Work: Advanced
Communication: Expert
Behaviors
Required
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Preferred
- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Education
Required
- High School or better in Other
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- Food Handler's