Seasonal Prep Cook - Pinkham Notch

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB • Gorham, NH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The position of deli/prep cook is vital to the dining services of the facility. This role prepares approved meals in a timely, non-wasteful, efficient manner. As a considerable source of revenue, the deli cook creates and prepares all orders placed at the counter while maintaining a high standard of cleanliness while offering appealing, fresh, creative, tasty food. On occasion, this role will act as a substitute for any cook (breakfast or dinner) if needed. Additionally, this role prepares crew lunch and will provide cooks with any needed assistance.

Requirements

• A minimum of one year of culinary experience in a commercial food service operation with supervisory experience is required
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to be a team player within a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and evenings on a routine basis.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk and lift up to 60 pounds from waist to head high or from floor to waist high is required.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience in preparing diverse, health-conscious meals including foods that incorporate fresh, local and/or organic ingredients in an institutional setting is preferred.
• Familiarity with the White Mountain National Forest and enthusiasm for AMC programs and mission is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Able to prepare meals as scheduled and instructed according to pre-planned menus at established meal times for either guests or crew.
• Must be able to negotiate the amount and prepare food and/or meals for large groups to ensure zero waste.
• Ability to substitute cook meals (breakfast and/or dinner) when necessary for guests and/or crew by following standard operating procedures recognized by staff cooks.
• Assist the kitchen manager in creating appropriate menus for the season, demographic, and program activity using established recipes for consistency, cost control, and appealing servings avoiding unnecessary waste.
• Clean, sanitize and inspect all areas maintained by the kitchen staff on a daily basis and as needed, to exceed New Hampshire Board of Health standards.
• Supervise deli during assigned shift with daily upkeep, prep, and service of customers.
• Responsible for set up and break down of crew lunch.
• Assist in the supervision of crews’ efficiency, timeliness, standard of performance and effective productivity.
• Delegate and manage tasks to maintain a standard of excellence and harmony regarding all aspects of the dining service.
• Provide assistance for inventories and ordering of food and supplies on a weekly basis, as directed.
• Support and direct kitchen staff in the preparation and cleaning duties for breakfast, lunch, dinner and event set-ups and breakdowns utilizing on-site guidelines and resources.
• Assist in the supervision of the preparation, set up and break down of coffee breaks, receptions, or any other special functions during work shifts.
• Assist in the constant monitoring of the condition in the dining room, crew room, storage areas, goat shed, refrigerators and freezers and taking measures needed to exceed kitchen supervisors’ standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
• Actively participate in recycling programs, composting, use of green materials and local food programs by ensuring all measures are fulfilled daily.
• Actively promote and provide up to date information on the services and programs of the AMC and encourage membership to support the Club’s public service efforts.
• Plan and attend training and supervisory meetings at PNVC and other AMC facilities as required.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Room & Board: Dorm-style room for $75 week – meals included, too!
• Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week
• Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
• Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
• 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
• Free Annual AMC Membership
• 4 Free nights at AMC locations
• Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed