Event Lead BOH

Fort Collins, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $19.00 - $21.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

paid time off accrual

sick leave

Medical Coverage

Voluntary dental plan

Voluntary vision plan

Company-paid Life Insurance

Accidental death and dismemberment coverage

Job Description

Ginger and Baker is a renowned catering and hospitality company known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences and fostering an inviting atmosphere for guests and team members alike. With a strong reputation for quality, creativity, and customer service, Ginger and Baker has cultivated a culture that emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of food preparation and service. The company specializes in providing catering for various events, ranging from corporate functions to private celebrations, consistently aiming to delight guests with delicious and beautifully presented dishes while maintaining the highest safety and sanitation standards.

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Job Requirements

Minimum of 2 years experience in food preparation
knowledge of food preparation, menu concepts, food allergies, sanitation regulations, and safety measures
ability to communicate satisfactorily with guests, management, and co-workers
basic proficiency of Microsoft Word and Excel software applications
must have first aid and any SERV Safe or county required certifications
ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
remains calm under pressure
must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds
flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

Knowledge of food preparation, menu concepts, food allergies, sanitation regulations, and safety measures
ability to communicate satisfactorily with guests, management, and co-workers
minimum of 2 years experience in food preparation
must possess a thorough knowledge of the hospitality industry
must have basic proficiency of Microsoft Word and Excel software applications
must possess some knowledge of service, wine and spirit service
ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
able to accurately read and make measurements
remains calm under pressure
must have first aid and any SERV Safe or county required certifications

Job Duties

Prepare food items for guests using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner
set up and organize carts for individual events and stay 2 days ahead
start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare over estimated needs
execute events on your own when several events are happening at same time
date all food containers and rotate accordingly, 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
anticipate all and any menu/allergy/dietary requests
check all food for tastes, temperature, and eye appeal
prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist
constantly spot check food and quality service during all meal periods to ensure that foods served meet our portion control and quality standards
wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment throughout and at end of shift
prepare and submit prep list to Event Chef after each shift
adhere to kitchen sanitation standards
avoid cross contamination of products and follow proper rotation practices to decrease spoilage
adhere to recipes and food pictures to ensure uniformity and consistency
consult with Event Chef on forecasted business volumes
maintain an open line of communication at all times with any and all departments
develop and maintain positive working relationships with others
train, develop and support all new Team Members including stewards on our standards, timeliness and goals of the department
not settling for ok, we only send out the best food, if it is in question fix it or start over
striving for perfection, not mediocrity

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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