Line Cook

Journeyman Distillery

Line Cook

Three Oaks, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    up to $22.00/Hour!

    Good things come to those who wait!

    We’re looking for like-minded individuals who want to be a part of building a legacy of which we may all be proud. Seize an opportunity unlike any other; join a truly unique and rapidly expanding organization and showcase your hard work, determination, positivity, and authentic hospitality.

    Basic Function: The Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food items and accompanying sides, sauces, relishes, dressings, and garnishes that appear on menus or as a feature pertaining to assigned station. The Cook shall exemplify the Culinary Team’s highest standards of quality, consistency and joyful service to the membership.

    At Journeyman Distillery, we believe hard work and dedication deserve to be rewarded. To that end, we provide a comprehensive benefits and incentives package.

    Here’s a peek at what you will receive as a Journeyman employee:

    Outstanding Growth Opportunity!

    Paid Time Off – begins accruing on Day 1

    401(k) with Employer Match

    Medical Insurance – 30+ hours/week

    Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Insurance options – 20+ hours/week

    Free quarterly Bottle of Spirit (21+)

    Unlimited $300 Referral Bonuses

    Loyalty Incentives (ask about our 5-Year Bottle Reward!)

    25% Employee Discount

    Monthly Founders' Tour with Bill and Johanna Welter

    Annual Employee Holiday Party

    Shoes for Crews (Affordable Footwear)

    All team members must uphold and embody Journeyman’s Core Values which represent the culture, attitude, and immediate priorities ensuring our cohesion and success.

    CORE VALUES GRIT

    Having a positive attitude that no challenge is too great

    Understanding that goals worth pursuing are never easy; that perseverance, grit, and determination are essential to success

    There is no substitute for grit and putting in the time and effort. Good things will come from those efforts

    10,000-hour rule. Malcolm Gladwell: it takes 10,000 hours of intensive practice to be great

    ALWAYS A JOURNEYMAN

    Excellence is a lifelong pursuit and mastery is an illusion

    The joy is in the daily work and pursuit of excellence, not in the final destination

    A focus on continual improvement and doing our best

    1st CUSTOMER

    Treating every customer with the mindset that they are the business’s 1st ever customer

    Treating customers with authenticity, kindness, warmth, care, friendliness; engaging, helpful and willing to offer a magical experience

    Clean facilities

    Being available to the customer and timely responses in any capacity

    This mindset extends to our vendors, suppliers, partners, and especially our fellow employees

    Never take the customer or employee for granted

    362 and 59:59+ We are open to our customers 362 days a year and we set an unwavering standard of serving our customers up till the last closing second 59:59+ and beyond if needed.

    AMBASSADOR

    Taking pride and ownership in your work

    Engagement and active participation in your work and company activities

    Being a positive force in the workplace; creating a culture of positivity

    Extending common courtesy to self, employees, vendors, and guests

    Being an evangelist and promoter of the company and brand

    PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

    Perform basic preparation techniques including slicing, dicing, mincing, and chopping using knives.

    Perform basic cooking functions of baking, roasting, braising, sautéing, broiling, poaching, searing, grilling, broiling, basting, frying, pan fry, and stewing using appropriate kitchen equipment and tools.

    Ensure assigned work station is stocked with specified tools, supplies and equipment to meet the business demand; Set up, maintain and break down assigned station.

    Prepare meats, seafood, vegetables, starches, and other items required for a la carte and special function purposes using established Journeyman recipes in accordance with Journeyman standards.

    Serve items in accordance with established portion and presentation standards.

    Ensure that food products are used in a timely manner.

    Use food preparation equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions.

    Ensure that all items needed for menu preparation are in stock; Notify Shift Leader or Executive Chef in advance of expected shortages and when supplies are low – before they run out.

    Handle raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies in a manner that is consistent with state sanitation/health regulations.

    Ensure proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Journeyman requirements (wrap, label and date).

    Assist in cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen (including storage areas and coolers)

    Ensure that applicable kitchen equipment is in proper working order prior to shift; Communicate any maintenance, repair or upkeep issues to Shift Leaders or Executive Chef

    Requirements PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL SKILLS:

    Culinary Degree desired or 1-2 years relative cooking experience

    Proper knowledge of cooking techniques and methods

    Advanced knife skills

    Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy

    Ability to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions independently.

    Ability to visually inspect food preparation and read and follow recipes.

    Ability to use all senses to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation and execution

    Ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job functions

    Good organizational skills and verbal communication skills.

    Ability to use logical or rational thinking to solve problems.

    Ability to perform moderate physical work; may be required to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently and up to ten pounds constantly and performing such activities as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping for up to five hours without sitting.

    REQUIRED WORK HABITS:

    Work habits include regular attendance, team work, initiative, dependability, positive attitude and promptness.

    Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    Works primarily indoors in food preparation and a kitchen maintenance environment.

    Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement hazards, sharp utensils, extremely hot stoves, grills and food and dangerous chemicals/solvents if proper safety procedures are not followed.