The Station Chef aids the Kitchen Leadership team in daily operations. Station Chefs assist in the kitchens, cooking, prepping, ensuring the kitchens are stocked, FIFO, and the team is set up for success. This role requires a self-starter work ethic, the ability to work well independently and as part of a team, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for food service and food safety. The Station Chef communicates regularly with Kitchen Leadership and is active in the continuous improvement process. This role also requires that you can work and know the ins and outs of all Fort George food service and cooking lines. This non-managerial role does not have the authority to hire, fire, make decisions for recruitment, terminations, performance reviews, or any other terms & conditions of employment. Varying schedule to include weekends, evenings, holidays, and extended hours as business dictates.
Essential Functions:
Routinely work all hourly BOH roles as business and staffing are needed or directed by Kitchen Leadership.
Cover stations while co-workers take breaks and help coordinate breaks as needed.
Help to train and coach co-workers and new hires as directed by Kitchen Leadership.
Continually reevaluate our systems for improvements and make recommendations.
Ensure the schedule set by management is staffed, and help problem-solve any coverage gaps that occur.
Build daily checklists and pars; ensure their daily use.
Maintain a strong relationship with the FOH.
Assist with stocking on the line.
Assist with private event and special event food services.
Assist with ensuring co-workers have locked all doors, windows, and entrances during closing shifts.
Assist with kitchen maintenance and equipment problem-solving.
Attend all mandatory meetings.
Other duties as assigned by managers.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Ideal Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older
Experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant setting
Ability to perform the position’s essential functions across all kitchen stations.
Valid Food Handlers card required (must be obtained within 30 days from the first date of employment)
Ability to read labels on chemicals
Knowledge of workplace and safety procedures (may be obtained during training)
BENEFITS WE OFFER (varying eligibility criteria):
Health benefits, paid sick time, paid time off, paid holidays, profit sharing program, and paid volunteering
401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match
Food/Beer/Merch perks and an annual keg
Free counseling, legal, & financial services through Employee Assistance Program
INTERESTED:
Interested applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Please complete and submit an application at https://fortgeorgebrewery.com/about/careersjob-information/ or in person at our pub at 1483 Duane Street in historic downtown Astoria, Oregon. Please feel free to attach any additional materials that will demonstrate why you would be a strong candidate for this position (e.g. resume, cover letter, letter(s) of recc, etc.). For more information including a full job description, please respond to this listing or email.
At Fort George Brewery we are and will remain an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity, and which actively opposes any sort of discrimination, harassment, bullying, inappropriate power dynamic, or retaliation, whether based on race, color, religion, sex, hair texture or style, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, handicap, genetic disposition, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. This commitment applies to employment, collaboration, service, and any other professional interaction alike.
