Chef Apprentice

The 'Quin House•Boston, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The 'Quin House is a multi-award-winning modern private social club in Back Bay that brings together a diverse mix of interesting and interested members of all ages, industries, and backgrounds to forge meaningful connections, expand lives and create a community of impact. A vibrant, reimagined hospitality venture intended to enrich the lives of those who join, the club is based on the core principles of providing a place in the city that embraces diversity & inclusivity, stimulating experiences in programming, amazing food and beverage, beautiful design, top-notch hospitality and philanthropy. The Chef Apprenticeship Program is a one-year program beginning on the apprentice’s start date, with exact timing determined at the discretion of the ‘Quin House. Apprentices will primarily work within the Culinary Department and assume responsibilities aligned with those of a line cook, gaining hands-on experience across kitchen operations. In addition to daily culinary training, the program enhances practical learning through a structured development framework that includes supplemental culinary education, mentorship from senior culinary leaders, cross-functional exposure, project-based assignments, and other opportunities designed to support long-term professional growth.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 years of cooking experience preferred
Experience in a hotel or restaurant experience preferred
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming
A strong team player who supports their team and embraces ownership, accountability, and responsibility for the team’s work
Good oral and written communication skills in English, second language is a plus
Detail oriented, good prioritization and follow up skills
Basic understanding of Health and Safety, Food Hygiene and Employment Legislation, and demonstrated knife skills and safe food handling practices preferred
Open availability and flexibility to work according to the needs of the business
SERV Safe or equivalent certification preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent
Culinary arts or a related field education or experience preferred
Minimum of 1 to 3 years of cooking experience preferred depending on position
Experience in a hotel or restaurant preferred

Responsibilities

Prep and cook foods of exceptional quality for our members and their guests.
Ensure that food is served in a timely manner in accordance with The Quin service standards and ensuring high member satisfaction and an exceptional dining experience.
Cooks food of high quality according to standard recipes.
Manages multiple cold and hot stations
Assists with the preparation, presentation, decoration and storage of all food items.
Prepares in advance food, beverage, material and equipment needed for the service
Have a thorough knowledge of menus, ingredients, out of stock items and current specials in all applicable venues
Perform opening and closing duties according to established side work checklist
Works in a clean in an organized manner keeping assigned stations and service areas maintained during shifts
Assists other team members as needed, both with and without the direction of management
Maintains positive and effective communication with team members and managers regarding all relevant information, special considerations and/or concerns pertaining to our members
Re-stocks items and supplies as needed and alerts management of shortages
Communicates health and/or safety concerns/violations immediately to the management
Attends all informational meetings
Understand all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs for The Quin
Assume 100% responsibility for the quality of food cooked
Assists in providing training opportunities for team new members.
Performs all other related duties as assigned
Assist in the investigation of member complaints regarding food quality and service
Assume additional tasks assigned to you by your direct supervisor or any manager of The Quin that are reasonable requests
Attend assigned training and events.
Completion of CA Capstone Project.