Company description

Lasting Joy Brewery Company Overview

We are a hospitality-oriented farm brewery that makes high-quality, traditional-style beers with New York-grown and malted ingredients. 

We believe that making and enjoying great beer is one of the hallmarks of a thriving, connected community. We believe in supporting local agriculture, protecting our water quality, practicing our craft to the best of our abilities, and getting better every day. 

We believe that the best parts of life happen when people gather face to face at a table, and we want to make the beers shared at those tables. 

We believe in conscious scaling and not sacrificing quality for quantity. We practice this in the way we make beer and the ways we grow our company. 

We know that brewing beer and setting a welcoming table is the work that brings us joy, and so we do it. We hope that while you are here, you will consider what brings you joy and how you can bring more of it into the world and to our taproom.

Gather Overview

We are a seasonally focused kitchen that focuses on making high-quality and approachable food with locally sourced ingredients. 

We believe that good food and drinks are the easiest way to bring folks together and connect to our community. 

We strive to reflect, grow, and improve our business to ensure the best experience possible. 

We know that brewing beer, feeding people, and setting a welcoming table is the work that brings us joy, and so we do it. We hope that while you are here, you will consider what brings you joy and how you can bring more of it into the world and to our kitchen and taproom.

Job description

Job Overview

We are searching for a motivated, outgoing, and dedicated Sous Chef to join our team. You will be joining a start-up kitchen that will be growing alongside a thriving and growing brewery. You will be expected to be knowledgeable and familiar with the products we produce, our brand values, and to uphold our company culture. 

Kitchen experience is required. 

This position will require evening, weekend, and holiday availability.

 

Job Responsibilities

Menu & Recipe Design and Management  

Collaborate on developing a seasonally focused menu with locally sourced high-quality ingredients that align with the theme and goals of Gather at Lasting Joy Brewery
Assist with the development and documentation of recipes 
Assist with creating large-format recipes for events and promotions 
Help oversee quality control on all ingredients and completed dishes 
Assist with educating and training all staff on menu items, ingredients, dietary restrictions, and proper execution of the menu 

Operations 

Assist the Head Chef with overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, including inventory management, ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen and prep space 
Assist with training kitchen staff 
Complete opening and closing of the kitchen and managing EOD service close-out
Provide excellent, warm, and welcoming customer service and ensure kitchen staff members are executing a high level of service to customers 
Ensure staff are completing all standard operating procedures for opening and closing
Maintain a fair and safe work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation
Assist with and execute regular staff trainings and tastings 
Assist with creating and maintaining SOP’s  
Cash customers out on POS and expedite orders 
 

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 1 year of kitchen management experience 
Proven culinary experience, knowledge, and skills: 3+ years
Passionate about hospitality and cultivating an inclusive experience
Ability to handle fast-paced, high-pressure situations
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for long periods of time
Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds 
Ability to work flexible days and hours
Ability to be resourceful and problem-solving
Ability to be solutions-oriented and think proactively to diffuse potential problems
Creative, seeking new ideas and approaches to help Lasting Joy Brewery grow as a brand
Highly organized; developed systems for staffing, kitchen upkeep, inventory tracking, etc.

Because our business is located in an area without access to reliable public transportation, we only recommend that applicants with access to a vehicle apply.

Gather Provided Certifications 

Food Safety certification
AED and First Aid Certification 
NYS Anti Sexual Harassment 
Benefits

The ability to opt into health insurance after 30 days 
5 Days of PTO 
5 Sick Days 

This is a non-exempt position. As such, hours will be tracekd an overtime will be paid accordingly. 

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $20/hr +

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Deadline

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