Preservation Kitchen Assistant

Blackberry Farm•Aurora, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Preservation Kitchen Assistant will assist in the production of all Farmstead products, including, but not limited to, record keeping, inventory, and packaging of goods, and helping maintain the cleanliness of the Larder building and equipment. Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain, Relais & Châteaux properties located in the Great Smoky Mountains, continue the traditions of unparalleled hospitality and luxury that have always been the hallmark of the Blackberry brand. Combining land conservation, modern-day luxuries, and captivating natural setting, the two resorts create vacation experiences unlike any other. Activities abound at Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain offering the opportunity for every guest to create an ideal experience to enjoy the properties and the region, whether they’re seeking the thrill of adventure, the relaxation of a spa immersion, or quality time around the table enjoying celebrated cuisine. A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability. From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, Blackberry provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career. Some of our benefits include travel perks and property benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional paid holidays, health insurance and flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit share and training and education. Blackberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-4 years of kitchen experience preferred
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members
Basic knowledge and understanding of math
Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals
Must be able to be on feet for the majority of the day
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Responsibilities

Assist in production and packaging of all jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, dry mixes and cereals, as well as any other food preservation required by the Larder Manager and/or Chefs.
Ensure proper labeling/dating and rotation of all inventory in the preserve kitchen.
Document all production in established forms to ensure adherence to FDA regulations.
Assist in ordering materials necessary for production in the Preservation Kitchen.
Maintain the cleanliness of the preserve kitchen to FDA standards.
Generate internal sales tickets for all larder products sold.
Assist with inventory counts in the Larder kitchens.
Maintain production, cleanliness, and upkeep of Oyster mushroom program.
Intercept internal phone calls and follow-up with necessary personnel.
Assist guests with all Farmstead product-related needs and requests from guests and chefs
Assist as needed with other Farmstead and Larder production-related projects and duties, including daily tours and shift coverage, Creamery production and packaging, Butcher Shop production and packaging, and milking shifts
Create new Farmstead products under direction of Larder and Farmstead manager and recipe test as needed
Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests daily
Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests.