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BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Preparation and production of wholesome baked goods in accordance with company standards and local health regulations.
Essential Job Functions:
• Accomplish designated prep work load for meal period.
• Execute on-line production of meal period.
Ensure all food product is used as effectively as possible. Be aware of and minimize costs/expenses.
• Be certain all assigned production is of the best possible quality.
• Clean and scrutinize station after work shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain proper Kitchen safety procedures.
• Break down and thoroughly clean station at end of meal and end of shift.
• Timely verification of daily work, recipes and presentation of required notebooks.
• Must be able to lift such items as boxes.
• Must be able to handle hot items with care.
• Must be able to push a food cart of 200 lbs. up to 75 feet.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to assist all service staff and company workers in a professional manner
• insuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards.
Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years old,
• Must be eligible to work in the US.
• Must have 1-2 years culinary experience in similar operation.
• Must be acquainted with basic knife handling skills and familiar with basic kitchen equipment and machines.
• Must be certified in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses.
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 6/7/24
Job Opportunity: Cook at Lakeville, CT Wedding Venue
Are you passionate about culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences? Join our team as a Cook at our high-end wedding venue in Lakeville, CT. We are currently seeking a talented individual to join us from mid-May to the end of October, offering a competitive hourly rate of $20 to $25, depending on experience.
Role Overview: As a Cook, you'll play a crucial role in crafting exquisite dishes for our discerning clientele. From chopping and prepping ingredients to cooking, plating, and cleaning, you'll contribute to every aspect of meal preparation and service, including hors d'oeuvres and more. This position requires availability on Thursdays through Sundays during our peak season.
Cook Requirements:
- Previous cooking experience in a professional setting is required; personal cooking experience alone will not suffice.
- Ability to work weekends and stand for extended periods, demonstrating stamina and resilience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to take direction effectively from senior kitchen staff.
- Dedication to maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with health regulations.
- Reliability and a commitment to punctuality are essential traits for success in this role.
Cook Responsibilities:
- Execute culinary tasks with precision and attention to detail, ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation.
- Collaborate with the culinary team to develop and execute menus that reflect our venue's commitment to excellence.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following food safety protocols and sanitation guidelines.
- Assist with inventory management, including ordering and stock rotation as needed.
- Adapt quickly to changing demands and prioritize tasks effectively to meet service deadlines.
Benefits: In addition to competitive pay, we offer the following benefits:
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative environment with a supportive team.
- Potential for professional growth and development within our organization.
- Complimentary meals during scheduled shifts.
- Beautiful surroundings and the opportunity to contribute to unforgettable wedding experiences.
If you're a talented cook with a passion for culinary arts and a desire to excel in a high-end hospitality setting, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in Lakeville, CT, and be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional cuisine and service to our guests.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
Applications are considered on the basis of skills, experience and qualifications without regard to race, age, creed, color, nationality, gender, sexual preference, marital status, military background, disability or any other legally protected status. All employment related decisions, including hiring, advancement, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment, are made in accord with this policy.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- $20-$25 Hour
- Lakeville, CT 06039
- 6/3/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparation and production of wholesome meals in accordance with company standards and local health regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus serving up to 2500 meals per day according to hotel recipes and standards.
- Follow recipes, instructions from sous chefs, and work as part of larger team unit focusing on quality and consistency.
- Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
- Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
- Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
- Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish.
- Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensure food and supply items are stored per standards.
- Monitor food quality while preparing food.
- Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared prior to distributing to “front of house” staff for delivery to guest.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
- Prepare special dietary meals or substitute items.
- Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
- Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 feet.
- Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, steamers, kettles, and fryers.
- Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to and carries a distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Test and inspect foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
- Set-up and break down work station.
- Maintain proper rotation of product in all refrigerators (FIFO) to minimize wastage/spoilage.
- Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
- Sanitize and ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Work clean and be responsible for kitchen organization and orderliness.
- Perform job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Handle hot items with care.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
- Follow all Mohonk Mountain House safety and security policies and procedures.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
- Inform supervisor of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Maintain food storage and cooler logs in adherence to food safety standards.
- Complete safety training and certifications when offered.
- Adhere strictly to directives and instructions from Sous Chef, Executive Sous, Executive Chef.
- Work under time constraints, extreme temperatures, and high business levels.
- Assist in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
- Assist in the requisitioning and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
- Perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Research industry trends regularly and maintain a current knowledge of common or trending practices in the industry.
- Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
- Learn, retain, and demonstrate a full knowledge and understanding of all menu items, carriage lounge, and banquet menus as trained.
- Demonstrate basic knife handling skills and familiarity with basic kitchen equipment and machines.
- Offer consistently professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues.
- Listen well, communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other staff, management, vendors and guests that have a variety of educational backgrounds and values.
- Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
- Assist all service staff and company workers in a professional manner insuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards.
- Attend shift briefings and actively participate daily.
- Communicate assistance needed during busy periods
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3 years culinary experience in similar operation.
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Certification in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses preferred.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 6/3/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the preparation of fresh and wholesome meals for a hotel with a 600 hotel guest and 500 day guest capacity, ensuring smooth operation, proper sanitation, and sound management of up to 20 staff members.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assume responsibility for the overall production of hot and cold foods associated with a la carte and buffet dining services which include Main Dining room, West Dining room, East Dining Room, Carriage lounge, and Banquets as assigned.
- Execute menus with complete oversight of kitchen set up, service, and breakdown of stations in regards to hot and cold foods for Mohonk Food and beverage functions.
- Communicate effectively with Front of the house management before, during, and after service.
- Conduct food tastings for development of future menu items and create standard recipes that can be taught to staff.
- Conduct shift briefings and menu training for front of the house staff as needed for new menu implementation
- Oversee and continue development of the chef’s table menus and execution
- Be able to assume Executive Sous Chef duties whenever needed
- Close kitchen following all departmental guidelines as it pertains to food safety, labor management, and kitchen checklists
- Be able to write menus, cost out using standard recipe cards, and ensure staff is trained on all aspects of prep lists assigned
- Work with theme program management to create special food demos and tastings for promotional events.
- Meet with Captains before service to address any special requests or dietary restrictions.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities for a staff up to 20 in accordance with Mohonk Mountain House policies. Interview, hire and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach/counsel/discipline employees; address complaints. Monitor schedule daily to minimize overtime.
- Work with the Chef and Executive Sous Chef to ensure all products are ordered for and processed in accordance with Mohonk culinary standards. Work with purchasing to ensure any additional products outside of normal dining operations are ordered and used as required.
- Requisition food materials daily or as needed for the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner services to be filled by the Receiving Department.
- Oversee kitchen and coordinate all hot and cold food preparations for dinner service ensuring food is presented in accordance with company specifications. Delegate prep work load for Garde Manger crew.
- Check all hot and cold foods prepped before service to ensure proper quality and quantities needed are at hand.
- Expedite for the entire service period ensuring each plate is of the highest quality possible.
- Learn, retain, and demonstrate a full knowledge and understanding of all menu offerings.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Test foods ensure the correctness of the temperature of food.
- Prepare special dietary meals or substitute items.
- Maintain work spaces including stainless steel tables, equipment, dry storage shelves, walk-in refrigerators, upright freezer, and general sanitary condition of garde manger and vegetable prep area in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Provide relief coverage as needed for Exec Sous Chef. Execute on-line production of meal period and ensure all food product is used as effectively as possible. Monitor house counts on a daily and weekly basis for proper menu breakdown. Delegate and participate in food preparation for next day's shift.
- Demonstrate advanced knife handling skills and familiar with kitchen equipment and machines.
- Work on the line under time constraints, extreme temperatures, and high business volume.
- Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Maintain an awareness of and minimize costs/expenses.
- Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
- Operate and regulate temperatures of equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, steamers, kettles, and fryers.
- Meet with Food and Beverage managers to discuss daily services and special functions.
- Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems. Report to the Executive Sous Chef.
- Facilitate/attend shift briefings and actively participate daily.
- Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound, taste and smell for conformance to prescribed standards
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Offer consistently professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues. Assist all staff in a professional manner ensuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards. Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, guests, and managers.
- Research industry trends regularly and maintain a current knowledge of common or trending practices in the industry. Maintain a knowledge of local, state, federal health and employment laws.
- Inventory and maintain equipment and supplies, initiate purchases, and safeguard equipment and supplies.
- Work clean and assume responsibility for kitchen organization and orderliness. Clean and scrutinize work stations periodically during work shift ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards. Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage. Handle hot items with care.
- Maintain food and cooler logs. Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensure food and supply items are stored per standards. Ensure proper rotation of product in all refrigerators to minimize wastage/spoilage.
- Complete safety training and certifications when offered.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to waist height and carries a distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 feet.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken. Inform Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Perform basic mathematical functions with recipes such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Prepare administrative reports in a clear, logical manner.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Associates degree in Culinary Arts from accredited culinary school or 5-7 years experience in similar operation.
- Certified in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/18/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Dining Room Food Service Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the staff on the floor during meal times, ensuring quality service for our guests. They represent Mohonk Mountain House as ambassadors ensuring that our guests receive proper service, and to interact with guests while they dine.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Monitor and direct a staff of up to 30 including servers, server assistants, food runners, buffet staff, and hosts in food preparation, setup, service, and break down of meal functions.
•Assign tasks, coordinate side-work schedules and general maintenance and upkeep cleaning of all areas and equipment.
•Supervise the servers and ensure their service meets our high standards, and inspect their individual stations at the end of each shift.
•Monitor that the Server Assistants have stocked their stations and maintained during the meal period.
•Monitor that the Buffet Staff have properly setup, labeled, and maintained the buffet(s) for service.
•Ensure work and service areas are maintained according to sanitation and cleanliness standards.
•Facilitate shift briefings daily to all staff members.
•Monitor and manage staff by providing feedback to improve operational performance.
•Oversee and assume responsibility for private group events ensuring proper set up/break down of the event space, requisitioning and delivery of equipment and food and beverages.
•Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.
•Assist guests with special dietary needs and coordinate with Kitchen and Dining Room staff.
•Coordinate the turning of tables and continually report table status to the Head Host.
•Enter guest orders in a POS with the ability to enter special requests such as dietary restrictions, allergies, etc.
•Identify, greet, and otherwise welcome guests in a manner consistent with the highest standards of service. Interact with guests as part of the overall quality assurance objectives.
•Obtain customer feedback and make appropriate business developments or changes to meet customer needs.
•Learn and demonstrate a knowledge of all wines, champagne, beer, cocktails, and specialty drink offerings.
•Present and uncork champagne and bottles of wine (with waiter’s corkscrew) and serve table-side.
•Organize, stock, replenish and serve menu items as appropriate.
•Plan, coordinate and host special events throughout the property, including the Parlor, Parlor Porch, Sunset Porch, Pavilion, Picnic Lodge, Granary, etc.
•Provide recommendations and suggestions aimed at enhancing the satisfaction of diners- such as recommendations about wine pairings.
•Check quality and consistency of all food products and preparations and report any variances directly to the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef.
•Ensure food is stored in compliance with food and sanitation guidelines.
•Ensure refrigerators and storerooms are clean and neat. Ensure food and supply items are stored per standards
•Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
•Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards of cleanliness.
•Lift up to 50 lbs. from ground level to waist height, and from waist height to shoulder height, and carry up to 100 feet without assistance. Walk up to 7 miles per meal period.
•Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 yards.
•Maintain standards and controls for the prevention of equipment loss and/or abuse.
•Negotiate up and down stairs with a tray weighing up to 25 lbs. rested on shoulder.
•Operate vehicles safely while driving and/or parking in compliance with Mohonk Mountain House Traffic Rules and Regulations.
•Drive, park and backup vehicles safely including a box truck, pickup truck and golf cart using only side mirrors.
•Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, and stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
•See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•Take responsibility for all Mohonk Mountain House equipment and supplies. Be careful to prevent loss and abuse of any items used by staff.
•Wear Mohonk Mountain House approved safety shoes, and proper safety equipment when performing tasks that recommend such equipment.
•Work special events outdoors and exposed to natural elements.
•Work under crowded and noisy conditions and to navigate around guests with loaded trays.
•Communicate problems and potential causes, e.g. supply shortages, service complaints to Dining Room Manager(s) and Director of Dining Services.
•Analyze problems and implement action plans to address problems.
•Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
•Learn, retain, and demonstrate a knowledge of all food and beverage offerings so that you can describe them to the guests and servers in detail and answer any questions.
•Speak, read, and write in English and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
•Assist management in training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model.
•Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
•Complete daily meal reports accurately, ensure reports are free of omissions and errors, and deliver to respective departments.
•Log facts pertaining to each service in the F&B Log, as well as record server counts and administrative fees.
•Oversee the overall operations of the Dining Room(s) in absence of a Manager.
•Oversee/verify payroll for department staff and follow prescribed payroll procedures.
•Perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and perform and record cash/credit transactions accurately.
•Photocopy, scan, fax, email or mail correspondences.
•Utilize a computer to prepare daily requisitions for menu items. Receive all food and supplies.
•Verify totals on report forms, requisitions, or bills.
•Act as a liaison between the kitchen, the front of the house staff and our guests of the Mohonk Mountain House.
•Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; present a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintain a positive, professional image to our customers.
•Attend events, programs, and trainings as needed to enforce and support Mohonk Mountain House policies and culture.
•Be an ambassador to the guests during meals and special events, ensuring proper service and guest satisfaction.
•Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
•Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
•Listen well, communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other staff, management, vendors and guests that have a variety of educational backgrounds and values.
•Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays and during peak periods of business. Work three meals per day as needed.
•Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
•Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•At least 21 years of age.
•Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
•Previous food and beverage supervisory experience preferred.
•TIPS or other state-recognized Alcohol Awareness Training certification preferred.
•Servsafe or other industry-recognized safe food handling certification preferred.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/30/24
It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.
Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Education Level: None Salary Range: $24.91 - $26.91 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care DescriptionPosition Summary The Maintenance Technician II performs maintenance related skilled, semi-skilled and non-skilled tasks working with other staff and independently ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Completes Work Order information and other required logs on Worxhub using provided tablets and computers (*CF) Works alone and/or with others performing maintenance tasks and work orders Communicates to supervisors and other staff about assigned work Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned EXAMPLE ESSENTIAL TASKS Maintenance Tech II is to be able to independently complete tasks similar to these in a timely manner and have extensive experience doing so in a work environment. Included in completing each task is selecting tools, materials and equipment needed for the task: Change an electric outlet, switch, ceiling or wall mounted light Repair small and large drywall damage, rendering area complete and finished Frame out an interior wall with door in metal or wood framing Remove and reinstall kitchen sink, faucet, drainage, etc. Remove and reinstall bathroom faucet, and shower diverter Paint an entire room in a timely manner with proper preparation, wall repair, cleanup Replace a failed plumbing fitting or pipe (PVC & copper) Remove and reinstall toilet. Install new toilet components Repair, replace ceramic tile, floor & wall Replace a lockset Repair broken cabinets and furniture Adjust door in a wood frame or steel buck Perform miscellaneous grounds tasks, including participating in snow removal operations during scheduled shift and as needed QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Willing to learn and grow Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, including making necessary plans for things that may come up that would prevent you from being at work for your scheduled shift on time, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned Qualifications High school diploma, or HSE Minimum of five years related experience or graduate of technical school with at least three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience Must have demonstrated working knowledge maintenance type work Valid NYS drivers license Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, and instruction manuals Demonstrated ability to operate a computer and function with work order software Ability to multitask Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the geriatric population
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 6/4/24
It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.
Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Per Diem Education Level: None Salary Range: $27.41 - $29.41 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care DescriptionPosition Summary The Maintenance Technician II performs maintenance related skilled, semi-skilled and non-skilled tasks working with other staff and independently ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Completes Work Order information and other required logs on Worxhub using provided tablets and computers (*CF) Works alone and/or with others performing maintenance tasks and work orders Communicates to supervisors and other staff about assigned work Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned EXAMPLE ESSENTIAL TASKS Maintenance Tech II is to be able to independently complete tasks similar to these in a timely manner and have extensive experience doing so in a work environment. Included in completing each task is selecting tools, materials and equipment needed for the task: Change an electric outlet, switch, ceiling or wall mounted light Repair small and large drywall damage, rendering area complete and finished Frame out an interior wall with door in metal or wood framing Remove and reinstall kitchen sink, faucet, drainage, etc. Remove and reinstall bathroom faucet, and shower diverter Paint an entire room in a timely manner with proper preparation, wall repair, cleanup Replace a failed plumbing fitting or pipe (PVC & copper) Remove and reinstall toilet. Install new toilet components Repair, replace ceramic tile, floor & wall Replace a lockset Repair broken cabinets and furniture Adjust door in a wood frame or steel buck Perform miscellaneous grounds tasks, including participating in snow removal operations during scheduled shift and as needed QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Willing to learn and grow Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, including making necessary plans for things that may come up that would prevent you from being at work for your scheduled shift on time, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned Qualifications High school diploma, or HSE Minimum of five years related experience or graduate of technical school with at least three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience Must have demonstrated working knowledge maintenance type work Valid NYS drivers license Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, and instruction manuals Demonstrated ability to operate a computer and function with work order software Ability to multitask Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the geriatric population Experienced
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 6/3/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the preparation of fresh and wholesome hot buffet foods for breakfast and lunch for a hotel serving up to 2500 meals per day ensuring a smooth operation, proper sanitation, and sound management of three to ten employees.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assume responsibility for the overall production of hot breakfast items, lunch, and additional hot banquet preparations served for both breakfast and lunch.
- Open kitchen and coordinate all hot food preparations for breakfast, and lunch, ensuring food is presented in accordance with company specifications.
- Work with Front of the house buffet staff to ensure opening timelines are met for the Main dining room and lower dining rooms.
- Oversee hot food garnishes and ensure that all buffet foods are replenished in a timely manner.
- Work with Room service team to ensure all in room dining orders are handled expeditiously.
- Work directly with Employee Cafeteria team to minimize waste and coordinate menu production using foods available at end of shift.
- Oversee the production and quality of all saucier prepared soups, stocks and braised items.
- Requisition food materials daily or as needed for the preparation of breakfast, and lunch, to be filled by the Receiving Department.
- Ensure all requisitions are stored and rotated in a timely manner.
- Develop menus, prep lists, requisitions, photograph, costing, and new menu packets with assistance of Executive Chef.
- Maintain work spaces including stainless steel tables, equipment, dry storage shelves, walk-in refrigerators, upright freezer, and general sanitary condition of hot side kitchen and vegetable prep area in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Execute on-line production of meal period.
- Assist Granary staff during prep and ensure delivery timelines are met.
- Ensure all food product is used as effectively as possible.
- Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards including all assigned production.
- Keep up to date on house counts on a daily and weekly basis for proper menu breakdown.
- Demonstrate advanced knife handling skills and familiar with kitchen equipment and machines.
- Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards.
- Ensure proper rotation of product in all refrigerators to minimize wastage/spoilage.
- Work on the line under time constraints, extreme temperatures, and high business levels.
- Learn, retain, and demonstrate a full knowledge and understanding of all menu items, Carriage Lounge, and banquet menus as trained.
- Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
- Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
- Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
- Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
- Communicate assistance needed during busy periods.
- Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
- Prepare special dietary meals or substitute items.
- Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
- Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
- Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
- Supervise, train, evaluate and schedule a staff up to 10.
- Meet with Dining Room managers to discuss daily services and special functions.
- Attend to any problems that may occur during the AM shift and report the incident to the Executive Chef.
- Check daily house counts for all meals and their scheduled times, maintain attention to any special requests.
- Delegate designated prep work load for entire AM hot side crew.
- Maintain an awareness of and minimize costs/expenses.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Mohonk Mountain House policies. Maintain a knowledge of local, state, federal health and employment laws.
- Interview, hire and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraising performance; reward and coach/counsel/discipline employees; address complaints.
- Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
- Monitor schedule daily to minimize overtime.
- Delegate and participate in food preparation for next day's shift.
- Facilitate/attend shift briefings and actively participate daily.
- Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound, taste and smell for conformance to prescribed standards
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, guests, and managers.
- Research industry trends regularly and maintain a current knowledge of common or trending practices in the industry.
- Inventory and maintain equipment and supplies, initiate purchases, and safeguard equipment and supplies.
- Work clean and be responsible for kitchen organization and orderliness. Clean and scrutinize work stations periodically during work shift.
- Maintain proper Kitchen safety procedures.
- Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage.
- Handle hot items with care.
- Inform Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
- Maintain food and cooler logs.
- Perform job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Complete safety training and certifications when offered.
- Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level and carry a distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures
- Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 yards.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
- Inform supervisor of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, steamers, kettles, and fryers.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Perform basic mathematical functions with recipes such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Prepare administrative reports in a clear, logical manner.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
- Develop and implement short and long-term goals and objectives for the department and Mohonk Mountain House.
- Offer consistently professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues.
- Assist all service staff and company workers in a professional manner insuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree in Culinary Arts from accredited culinary school or 5-7 years experience in similar operation.
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Certified in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/6/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide prompt, courteous service to the dining guests of the Mohonk Mountain House for breakfast, lunch, dinner and special functions according to the standards set by Management.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Work in coordination with kitchen staff and other dining room staff ensuring the efficient operation of the restaurant.
•Learn standard menu items so that you can describe them to the guest in detail and answer any questions they may have.
•Provide recommendations and suggestions aimed at enhancing the satisfaction of diners- such as recommendations about wine pairings.
•Open wine bottles and champagne table-side with waiter’s corkscrew, and present to guests.
•Take and receive food and beverage orders from guest and serve in an efficient, timely and professional manner following the established sequence of service.
•Enter guest orders in a POS with the ability to enter special requests such as dietary restrictions, allergies, etc.
•Anticipate guest needs and meet them before you are asked to.
•Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.
•Negotiate stairs up and down while carrying full trays.
•Work under crowded and noisy conditions and to navigate around guests with loaded trays.
•Handle dishes and glassware carefully.
•Provide proper service while serving wines and champagne, and have thorough knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and beer- including local selections.
•Set and reset tables with linen, silverware, dishware, and glassware.
•Mark silverware with each course.
•Clean before, during and after service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Store food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
•Assist in the set up and breakdown of special functions.
•Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
•Assume responsibility for all Mohonk Mountain House equipment and supplies. Use caution to prevent loss and abuse of Mohonk Mountain House property.
•Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; present a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintain a positive, professional image to our customers.
•Inspect work by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards of cleanliness.
•Speak, read, and write in English and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
•Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, and stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
•Lift up to 50 lbs from ground level to waist height, and from waist height to shoulder height, and carry up to 100 feet without assistance. Walk up to 7 miles per shift.
•Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 yards.
•See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
•Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
•Wear Mohonk Mountain House approved safety shoes, and proper safety equipment when performing tasks that recommend such equipment.
•Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
•Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
•Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays and during peak periods of business.
•Perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
•Maintain confidentiality of guests’ personal information and use with discretion.
•Operate vehicles safely while driving and/or parking in compliance with Mohonk Mountain House Traffic Rules and Regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•At least 18 years of age.
•Knowledge of hospitality and experience in food and beverage service.
•TIPS or other state-recognized Alcohol Awareness Training Certification preferred.
•Servsafe or other industry-recognized safe food handling certification preferred.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/29/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparation and production of wholesome meals in accordance with company standards and local health regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus serving up to 2500 meals per day according to hotel recipes and standards.
- Follow recipes, instructions from sous chefs, and work as part of larger team unit focusing on quality and consistency.
- Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
- Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
- Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
- Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish.
- Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensure food and supply items are stored per standards.
- Monitor food quality while preparing food.
- Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared prior to distributing to “front of house” staff for delivery to guest.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
- Prepare special dietary meals or substitute items.
- Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
- Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 feet.
- Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, steamers, kettles, and fryers.
- Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to and carries a distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Test and inspect foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
- Set-up and break down work station.
- Maintain proper rotation of product in all refrigerators (FIFO) to minimize wastage/spoilage.
- Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
- Sanitize and ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Work clean and be responsible for kitchen organization and orderliness.
- Perform job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Handle hot items with care.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
- Follow all Mohonk Mountain House safety and security policies and procedures.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
- Inform supervisor of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Maintain food storage and cooler logs in adherence to food safety standards.
- Complete safety training and certifications when offered.
- Adhere strictly to directives and instructions from Sous Chef, Executive Sous, Executive Chef.
- Work under time constraints, extreme temperatures, and high business levels.
- Assist in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
- Assist in the requisitioning and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
- Perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Research industry trends regularly and maintain a current knowledge of common or trending practices in the industry.
- Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
- Learn, retain, and demonstrate a full knowledge and understanding of all menu items, carriage lounge, and banquet menus as trained.
- Demonstrate basic knife handling skills and familiarity with basic kitchen equipment and machines.
- Offer consistently professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues.
- Listen well, communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other staff, management, vendors and guests that have a variety of educational backgrounds and values.
- Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
- Assist all service staff and company workers in a professional manner insuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards.
- Attend shift briefings and actively participate daily.
- Communicate assistance needed during busy periods
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3 years culinary experience in similar operation.
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Certification in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses preferred.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Part Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/14/24
It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.
Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Per Diem Salary Range: $18.25 - $20.25 Hourly Job Shift: Days/Eves DescriptionPosition Summary The Dietary Aide creates an enjoyable casual dining experience for residents, staff and visitors and their guests in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Ensures residents have an enjoyable dining experience by providing quality customer service Ensures that all residents receive the proper meals, paying attention to dietary needs of the resident, i.e. prescribed diets, thickened liquids, and specific allergies (*CF) Is responsible for making sure that the food served in the dining room maintains the proper temperature based on the established food temperature guidelines (*CF) Is responsible for making sure all refrigerators, freezers and dishwashers are running at the proper temperatures. Follows the proper corrective action plan if one of these pieces of equipment is out of temp at any time (*CF) Ensures that the kitchenettes on the respective units are stocked with the proper amount of snacks and drinks for residents who might need them outside of regular meal times. Properly labels and dates every item stocked in the kitchenette based on the Department of Health guidelines for holding food (*CF) Ensures that all items left in any kitchen refrigerator or freezer is labeled and dated based on Department of Health guidelines for holding food (*CF) Completes all tasks assigned, according to their designated section. Including, but not limited to taking care of orders for other tables as well as assigned side work (*CF) Ensuring that proper hygiene is followed while serving, to include wearing gloves and washing hands when needed Makes sure the dining room and their section is free of potential hazards to residents, including all walkers and other ambulatory devices (*CF) Follows all emergency procedures and proper evacuation of the dining room Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Possesses basic food handling skills and food safety knowledge Willing to learn and grow while working in a team environment Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned Qualifications High school graduate or HSE preferred Prior server training and 600 hours of food service experience preferred Basic computer skills required Able to write legibly, takes oral and written instruction well Has demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the elderly or geriatric population QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Possesses basic food handling skills and food safety knowledge Willing to learn and grow while working in a team environment Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned Qualifications High school graduate or HSE preferred Prior server training and 600 hours of food service experience preferred Basic computer skills required Able to write legibly, takes oral and written instruction well Has demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the elderly or geriatric population
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/29/24
It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.
Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $18.25 - $20.25 Hourly Job Shift: Evening Job Category: Health Care DescriptionPosition Summary The Dietary Aide creates an enjoyable casual dining experience for residents, staff and visitors and their guests in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Ensures residents have an enjoyable dining experience by providing quality customer service Ensures that all residents receive the proper meals, paying attention to dietary needs of the resident, i.e. prescribed diets, thickened liquids, and specific allergies (*CF) Is responsible for making sure that the food served in the dining room maintains the proper temperature based on the established food temperature guidelines (*CF) Is responsible for making sure all refrigerators, freezers and dishwashers are running at the proper temperatures. Follows the proper corrective action plan if one of these pieces of equipment is out of temp at any time (*CF) Ensures that the kitchenettes on the respective units are stocked with the proper amount of snacks and drinks for residents who might need them outside of regular meal times. Properly labels and dates every item stocked in the kitchenette based on the Department of Health guidelines for holding food (*CF) Ensures that all items left in any kitchen refrigerator or freezer is labeled and dated based on Department of Health guidelines for holding food (*CF) Completes all tasks assigned, according to their designated section. Including, but not limited to taking care of orders for other tables as well as assigned side work (*CF) Ensuring that proper hygiene is followed while serving, to include wearing gloves and washing hands when needed Makes sure the dining room and their section is free of potential hazards to residents, including all walkers and other ambulatory devices (*CF) Follows all emergency procedures and proper evacuation of the dining room Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Possesses basic food handling skills and food safety knowledge Willing to learn and grow while working in a team environment Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned Qualifications High school graduate or HSE preferred Prior server training and 600 hours of food service experience preferred Basic computer skills required Able to write legibly, takes oral and written instruction well Has demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the elderly or geriatric population QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Possesses basic food handling skills and food safety knowledge Willing to learn and grow while working in a team environment Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned Qualifications High school graduate or HSE preferred Prior server training and 600 hours of food service experience preferred Basic computer skills required Able to write legibly, takes oral and written instruction well Has demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the elderly or geriatric population
- Part Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/27/24
It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.
Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $36.00 - $38.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Facilities DescriptionResidence Turnover Technician Responsible to Position Classifications Director of Plant Operations (DPO) Hourly/Non-Exempt Directly Supervises and Evaluates None Is Back Up To: Director of Plant Operations Is Backed Up By: Director of Plant Operations WOODLAND POND CONFORMANCE STATEMENT In the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities, all employees are expected to conform to the following: Performing quality work with or without direct supervision Interacting professionally with other employees, residents, vendors, and all others Working effectively and in accordance with the Woodland Pond Communication Fundamentals Completing tasks independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations Complying with all federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as Woodland Pond policy and procedure at all times Position Summary The Residence Turnover Technician (RTT), a hands-on position that performs and coordinates maintenance and trade related tasks, and contracted work and supplies in vacant units, insuring readiness and timeframe adherence Performs mechanical and related work. Is responsible for and directs all mechanical work, equipment, tools, inventory, systems, and operations, as well assigned personnel under the guidance of the Director of Plant Operations ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Working with DPO and Marketing Dept. maintains “Ownership” of vacant turnover process, results, 60 day turnover timeframe Develops and maintains on-hand inventory of parts, tools, etc. to allow for efficient and effective vacant unit readiness – appliances, lighting, fixtures, etc. (*CF) Coordinates and communicates with Marketing, Finance, Administration and others to ensure effective prioritization of vacant readiness efforts Performs hands-on maintenance tasks in vacant units, independently and with others, – lighting and fixture updates and replacements, kitchen installation, bathroom renovation (*CF) Directs activities of staff assigned to work in vacant units. – Project Tech, Maint Tech, Maint Asst, etc. Effectively communicates with other departments, contractors and suppliers, through email and or other electronic means – Email, Word, Excel, Worxhub, etc. (*CF) Acts as the point of contact and control for all contractors and suppliers needed to render units ready – Flooring, painters, countertops, cabinets, etc. (*CF) Sources needed materials and equipment, purchases as approved, prepares PRFs for DPO approval (*CF) Works with DPO ensure proper due diligence in procurement of items, materials and services for vacant readiness Coordinates and is responsible for after move-in punch list items Maintains good relations with vendors, suppliers, and other departments. Is a main resource to assigned maintenance staff and supervisors for trade practices, knowledge, repair methodology and material selection Uses and operates the computerized work order system: inventory, assignment, scheduling and follow up for all mechanical items and assigned staff (*CF) Adheres to WPNP purchasing policies and procedures (*CF) Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Respectful of confidentially and privileged communications Willing to learn and grow, take courses, gain knowledge as needed Maintain functional knowledge and abilities through training and industry awareness, advise and encourage assigned staff of training and educational opportunities. Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule Maintains predictable and reliable attendance QualificationsQualifications High school diploma, or HSE Well-developed (through experience and training) proven extensive and proficient wide range relative trade practice and knowledge Good proficiency with computers, standard office software and CMMS software Comfortability and willingness communicating electronically in a workplace setting Valid NYS driver’s license Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos Ability to multitask and to prioritize maintenance tasks and work requests Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the geriatric population
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/3/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparation and production of baked goods, pastries, breakfast pastries, and all associated pastry items for a resort serving up to 2500 meals per day, in accordance with company standards and local health regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Support Bakery and Pastry Operation, and adhere to kitchen standards regarding proper uniform, service standards, food production, safety and sanitation, and morale.
•Maintain work spaces including stainless steel tables, equipment, dry storage shelves, walk-in refrigerators, freezer, and general sanitary condition of bake shop production and storage areas in a neat and orderly fashion.
•Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards including all assigned production.
•Check inventory and maintain par stocks, requisition items as needed and maintain an awareness of costs/expenses.
•Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared prior to distributing to “front of house” staff for delivery to guest.
•Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
•Prepare special dietary meals or substitute items.
•Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
•Organize and detail the work area for AM and PM dessert service
•Test and inspect foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
•Demonstrate basic knife handling skills and familiarity with basic kitchen equipment and machines.
•Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, mixers, proofers, microwaves, steamers, kettles, and fryers.
•Research industry trends regularly and maintain a current knowledge of common or trending practices in the industry.
•Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
•Learn, retain, and demonstrate a full knowledge and understanding of all dessert menu offerings.
•Assist in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
•Assist in the requisitioning and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
•Perform job safely while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
•Follow all Mohonk Mountain House safety and security policies and procedures.
•Maintain proper rotation of product in all refrigerators (FIFO) to minimize wastage/spoilage.
•Maintain food storage and cooler logs in adherence to food safety standards.
•Sanitize and ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
•Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
•Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 feet.
•Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to waist level and carries a distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
•Handle hot items with care.
•Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
•Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken and inform supervisor of hazardous situations.
•Complete safety training and certifications when offered.
•Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
•Perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
•Listen well, communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other staff, management, vendors and guests that have a variety of educational backgrounds and values.
•Communicate assistance needed during busy periods.
•Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
•See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
•Work under time constraints, extreme temperatures, and high business levels.
•Offer consistently professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues.
•Assist all service staff and company workers in a professional manner insuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards.
•Attend shift briefings and actively participate daily.
•Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
•Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
•Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
•Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
•Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•3 years culinary experience in similar operation.
•Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
•Certification in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses preferred.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. .
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 4/16/24