Culinary Extern
The Broadmoor
- Colorado Springs, CO
- $17.63 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Pay rate: $17.63 per hourSummary: Perform all methods of cookery, portion control, garnishing of dishes and follow recipes in accordance with standards set forth by The Broadmoor. Follow direction of the Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine and/or Sous Chefs in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, taste, and production. Prepare all hot and cold food in assigned areas. Assist the chef as necessary. Students will gain experience in the Culinary Department at a 5-Star/5-Diamond level and includes at least one rotation to another outlet.NOTE: This is a paid externship and must be recognized by extern’s collegiate institution as academic credit towards his/her chosen culinary degree. This is an externship which entails 32-40 hours per week for a minimum of 16 weeks. Housing is on a first come, first-serve basis and is not guaranteed.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties may be assigned:
- Prepare hot and cold food as specified in areas working in
- Prepare food for breakfast / lunch / dinner as assigned
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area following safety guidelines
- Follow all hotel and kitchen policies and procedures
- Advise chef when food inventory is depleted
- Must be able to understand and adjust recipes according to business levels
- Maintain a working knowledge of properly storing, rotating and maintaining products
- Must be able to maintain ServSafe, EcoSure, and health department standards
- Maintain comprehensive preparation and knife skills
- Ability to check and complete mise en place and pars to set-up the station
- Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
- Ensure production of food in a timely manner
- Prepare food so that quality, taste, and appearance of food is in accordance with The Broadmoor standards
- Control proper usage and rotation of food
- Ensure food quality and appearance on buffet, and plated food, is in accordance with Broadmoor standards
- Alert Chef or direct supervisor to any food quality issues that could have an adverse effect on Broadmoor Resort culinary operations
- Maintain walk-in coolers and food storage areas daily
- Ensure workstation and all equipment is clean and sanitized prior to the change of shift
- Ensure outlined prep is completed in a timely manner for the next shift
- Make sound judgment calls and decisions based upon principles set forth by The Broadmoor culinary management team
- Highly responsible & reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, always remaining calm and courteous
- Takes required breaks, notifying supervisor prior to leaving station