Assistant Garde-Manager/Pastry Chef (Athenaeum Hotel Kitchen)/Seasonal Employment

Chautauqua Institution

  • Chautauqua, NY
  • $18.00 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Description :The Athenaeum Hotel Kitchen supports culinary services for all ten of the Chautauqua Hotel Company food service operations. The culinary experience is managed by Executive Chef Travis Bensink. During the nine-week summer season the kitchen operates daily from 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.About Your CompensationCompensation for this position starts at $18.00/Hour and, with demonstrated experience and qualifications, candidates may earn up to $22.00/Hour.About Your Workday
  • Creating and preparing garde-manager and pastry food service with the approval and coordination of the Executive Chef and Garde-Manager/Pastry Chef, prior to dining services, and plating items as requested during meals.
  • Work in a team environment with a high degree of professionalism while handling multiple priorities to produce efficient service.
  • Responsible for submitting orders for food and supplies necessary for running the kitchen.
  • May be required to supervise and train other garde-manager and pastry culinary staff to ensure they follow specific techniques.
  • Responsible for researching and developing recipes, continue to learn and test new recipes to keep the menu up-to-date and interesting
  • Must practice garde-manager and pastry techniques to ensure all food items are visually appealing.
  • All other duties as assigned.
About the Referral ProgramChautauqua Institution’s is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.About Your ScheduleChautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement.While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:Typically work an eight-hour shift with a start time that varies between 5am to 5pm.About Living on the GroundsChautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for select opportunities based on business needs. Housing is not an option for many positions and may be of a cost to you. Candidates should assume there are no employer-provided or employer-assisted housing options available for this position unless it is otherwise stated.Employer provided housing may be available with this position.About Chautauqua Institutionis a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates , a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization. The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.Discovering Your Chautauqua ExperienceThere are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater. In addition to a traditional gate pass, employees and their families will receive full access to our current and historical programs online at .Commitment to Values of IDEAChautauqua Institution values as a priority in our strategic plan, . One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions in which everyone feels that they can engage as full and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and applicants will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate past experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.Joining Our Talent CommunityJoin our talent community online at . You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at .Skills : Multitasking: Advanced
Team Management: Intermediate
Collaborating: AdvancedBehaviors : Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Team Player: Works well as a member of a groupMotivation : Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the businessExperience : 1 years: Combined Sous Chef education/experience.

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