Company Overview:

Black Prong Whiskey Bar & Grill is located at Black Prong Equestrian Village in Bronson, FL. Our mission is to produce extremely high-quality food using the freshest and finest locally sourced ingredients the region has to offer. Our “Southern Fusion” offerings combine foods from our southern roots with global and international influences. We are very conscious of our environment and are dedicated to using eco-friendly and sustainably sourced paper products. Our team members are a vital part of our success, both now and in the future. For that reason, we foster an environment where personal and professional growth are both expected and significantly rewarded. We offer a friendly work environment with many opportunities for you to put your fingerprint on the success of our restaurant.

Job Overview: 

The Garde Manger (Pantry Station) at Black Prong Whiskey Bar & Grill should be a high-energy and self-motivated individual that works well in a team environment and has a desire to learn new skills and grow. This position requires both discretion and candor, exercising good judgement when communicating with others including employees. This is a full-time position that is responsible for prepping and serving all fresh menu ingredients for the daily operations. The position entails preparing, cooking, and organizing food products and organizing kitchen wares. The position will also assist in the preparation of all upcoming Black Prong Catering food-related projects and will report directly to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef.

Job Responsibilities 

•  Preparing all dinner salads and starters

• Building charcuterie and cheese boards

• Preparing desserts that do not require baking

• Portioning fresh fruit for breakfast and events 

• Making dressings, aioli, and cold sauces

• Preparing sandwich and picnic baskets for guests

• Assisting with banquet platters and event displays

• Ensuring proper labeling, dating, rotation, and food safety

•  Keeping the pantry station clean, organized, and fully stocked

• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range

• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at workstation and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery

• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol

• Maintain a clean workstation area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves complying with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards

• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products

• Perform additional tasks assigned by the line supervisor, sous-chef, or executive chef

Job Qualifications

· 1-3 years working in a professional kitchen

· 1 year catering & banquet experience preferred, but not necessary

· Serve Safe Certificate Preferred

· Basic to Moderate knowledge of different recipes and styles of food production 

· Ability to communicate clearly with fellow workers and guests 

· Excellent organizational skills with the ability to produce delicious food on tight deadlines

· Strong multitasking and organizational skills

· Good understanding of ingredients, recipes, kitchen safety and hygiene

· Passionate about culinary arts and creative cooking is helpful

· Familiar with general kitchen equipment and appliances

· Able to follow instructions accurately and efficiently

· Ability to read and follow cooking directions

· Must be organized and self-motivated

· Able to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

· Physically able to stand and move around for long periods of time