Culinary Specialist

2 weeks ago


Lexington, Virginia, United States Parkhurst Dining Full time

Company Overview

Parkhurst Dining, a division of the Eatn Park Hospitality Group, is a family-owned and operated establishment dedicated to providing exceptional culinary, dining, and catering services to numerous organizations and universities across the eastern United States. Our philosophy centers around the belief that the finest meals are crafted from scratch using locally sourced ingredients, prepared with passion, and served with genuine hospitality.

Position Summary

The individual in this role will be tasked with the meticulous preparation, cooking, and storage of food items, ensuring consistent quality and yield. Adherence to Parkhurst Dining's Culinary Gold Standards, recipes, and procedures is essential, along with compliance with ServSafe and HAACP guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Utilize professional culinary techniques and procedures effectively.
  • Accurately cut, weigh, and prepare food items in accordance with established recipes and company protocols.
  • Implement FIFO (First In, First Out) methods for rotating refrigerated and dry goods.
  • Monitor and maintain appropriate temperatures for all food items, coolers, and freezers.
  • Properly wrap, label, date, and store food items to ensure freshness and quality while adhering to sanitary guidelines.
  • Complete product cooling charts as required.
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace, practicing proper personal hygiene consistently.
  • Fill out daily production sheets accurately.
  • Follow the cleaning schedules provided by management, employing a clean-as-you-go approach.
  • Adhere to the uniform dress code and maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
  • Uphold all Parkhurst Gold Standards and demonstrate Smile Plus hospitality imperatives.
  • Support fellow team members whenever possible.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

To excel in this position, candidates must demonstrate the ability to fulfill each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform these tasks.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands outlined here represent those that must be met by a team member to successfully execute the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform these tasks.

  • Standing and/or walking for the entirety of the shift.
  • Occasional lifting of items weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Frequent lifting of items weighing over 20 pounds.

Benefits

  • Complimentary meal during shifts.
  • 20% discount on food purchases at affiliated establishments.
  • Paid time off.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within management.
  • Access to ongoing development through Smile Universe.
  • Eligibility for 401k, vision, dental, and medical plans.

Parkhurst Dining is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on various protected characteristics.


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