Vacancy for a Chef in Kennebunk U.S.A

                               

The White Barn Inn & Spa is an award-winning hotel, restaurant and spa that has been a landmark in Kennebunk, Maine for 150 years. It is part of the exclusive Relais & Châteaux collection of the finest hotels and gourmet restaurants in the world. The 26-room inn offers guests supreme levels of quality, luxury and service – rooms, suites, waterfront cottages, a swimming pool, massage and spa treatments, and convenient access to fine shopping and art galleries in nearby Kennebunkport.

Our celebrated restaurant offers an unforgettable AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star dining experience. Condé Nast Traveler has described the White Barn Inn as “One of the great places to stay and eat in the world.”

In August 2013, The White Barn Inn joined its award-winning sister company, Grace Hotels group, which has an international reputation for its boutique hotels on five continents around the world.

The development brings new investment to the property along with a décor refresh and some classic Grace style elements. Sensitively and gradually, these enhancements will be merged in over the coming months whilst still preserving all the things about the White Barn Inn that patrons have come to know and love.

The White Barn Inn is currently recruiting for a motivated

Line Cook/Chef de Partie

team player and results oriented, committed to providing outstanding dining and customer service every day.

Responsibilities

    Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards according to portion standards, within specific time frame, per check from servers

    Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.

    Date all food containers and rotate as per The White Barn Inns service standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.

    Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out of stock items or possible shortages.

    Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover date all perishables.

    Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per The White Barn Inns service standards.

    Operate, maintain and properly clean all the kitchen equipment.

    Use safe food handling procedures and maintain a safe working environment by using proper food handling skills and food safety guidelines

    Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

    Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Ideal candidate possess a minimum of 5 year experience in food service/hospitality.Culinary Certificate or Degree preferred. Serve Safe Certification highly appreciated. Professional appearance and manner, good character to work in a fast-paced team. Positive, honest and energetic work ethic.

Other requirements

Ability to communicate clearly in English and to read the recipe cards. Able to work on a flexible schedule, including week-ends and holidays, according to department needs. Must be able to stand for at least 8 hours and be able to lift up, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.

Compensation

We offer a comprehensive wage based on experience.

If you feel you are the right candidate, and have the skills we are looking for, please forward your CV to

Corinne.finn-heyl@whitebarninn.com

For inquiries contact:

 

The White Barn Inn & Spa
37 Beach Avenue, ME 04046 Kennebunkport, USA
Phone: +1 207 967 2321
Fax: +1 207 967 1100
E-Mail:Derek.Bissonnette@gracehotels.com
Internet: www.whitebarninn.com

contact person: Derek Bissonnette
position: Human Resources Director