Dim Sum Prep - TAO Downtown New York

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
- Life and Disability Insurance Plans
- Ancillary Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
- Pet Insurance
- TAO Marketplace
- Employee Discounts
- Time off and much more!

Management of the Dim Sum Department in accordance to Tao Group’s quality standards and Health Department regulations. Interacts with fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

- Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook.
- Ensures the needs of the guests are accommodated.
- Ensures the general cleanliness of the heart-of-house, and the entire venue.
- Participate in interviewing, hiring and training new applicants and employee development of all subordinates.
- Participates in growth opportunities and employee development.

- Responsible for the scheduling of assigned department (where applicable).
- Oversee all prep, production and service for quality and accuracy.
- Organize and execute service based on cover count, catering/delivery, BEO’s and other event sheets.
- Proficient with all operational systems, including payroll and purchasing processing.
- Complies with Department of Health and company standards.

- Coaches all heart-of-house employees to develop their abilities by setting clear guidelines and expectations.
- Communicates kitchen needs and/or issues to management.
- Ensures employees are complying with SOPs.
- Participates in the preparation and delivery of menu-focus items to daily pre-service meetings.
- Possesses in-depth knowledge of all Dim Sum recipes and maintains station recipe book.

- Organize, develop and produce new recipes for potential new menu items and specials.
- Ensures opening and closing procedures are being followed.
- Communicates clearly and concisely with all employees during service.
- Practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised employees.
- Oversees Dim Sum production for multiple locations (where applicable), coordinating weekly pars/delivery needed with Chefs at other locations.

- Participates in making sure the venue is compliant with all federal, state and local laws and regulations; and company policies.
- Participates in overseeing the replacement or repair of all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture.
- Attends, leads and participates in any training sessions, departmental meetings or daily pre-shift meetings.
- Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
- Portrays a positive and professional attitude.

- Demonstrates knowledge of venue, Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
- Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

- Minimum 2-3 years previous Culinary supervisory/management experience within a high-volume kitchen setting is essential.

- Two-year associate degree (60 credit hours) in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience preferred.
- Strong menu planning, ability to coach, build a team, problem solve, and leadership skills required.
- Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong attention to detail.
- Proficient with computers (Microsoft Products), POS and technology.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

- Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
- Must be able to move quickly
- Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
- Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment
- Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
- Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
- May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
- Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
- Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment