Senior Line Cook
Canyon Ranch · Greater Pittsfield Area · 4 wk ago
Management$21–$26/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily food production and presentation by ensuring all dishes are prepared in alignment with Canyon Ranch recipes, nutritional philosophy, and established quality standards.
- Maintain strict compliance with all food safety and sanitation requirements by enforcing proper handling, storage, and ServSafe procedures in accordance with Health Department regulations.
- Execute hands-on food preparation by setting up, organizing, and maintaining assigned workstations while following proper opening and closing procedures.
- Support smooth kitchen operations through clear, professional communication with culinary staff and management, including participation in pre-meal briefings and operational updates.
- Monitor, report, and address safety or sanitation concerns by documenting issues, correcting unsafe practices, and ensuring adherence to established kitchen protocols.
- Train and support both new and existing colleagues by reinforcing standards, demonstrating proper techniques, and contributing to ongoing skill development within the team.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of culinary experience, ideally in a hospitality or wellness-focused environment, with the ability to execute consistent food preparation and presentation standards.
- Strong understanding of food safety practices, including proper handling, storage, sanitation, and ServSafe-aligned procedures in compliance with Health Department regulations.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen while managing multiple tasks, shifting priorities, and maintaining attention to detail under pressure.
- Clear communication skills and professionalism when collaborating with culinary staff and management to support smooth and effective service operations.
- Commitment, energy, and enthusiasm for creating high-quality meals while upholding Canyon Ranch’s nutrition-focused culinary philosophy.
- Passion for learning and growth, including openness to feedback and supporting the training and development of new and existing colleagues.
Pay
PAY RANGE: $21.00 - $26.00 / hour