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Currently recruiting for the season that runs from May 1st, 2024 to October 20th, 2024.

    Kitchen

    Experienced Line Cook/Food Prep

    $16.00 - $19.00 / hour + tips
    Tenants Harbor

    Minimum 2 years restaurant kitchen experience (or equivalent) required. Candidate must be available May - Oct. 2024.

    Job Responsibilities: 

    • Prepare and cook high quality food with beautiful presentation
    • Assist chef(s) in basic food preparation before and during dinner service, including preparing simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces
    • Assist chef on the line during dinner service
    • Prepare simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces; and cook food orders by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling and sauteing menu items
    • Fill in once a week for our breakfast chef, being able to fulfill 40 made-to-order breakfast items 
    • Prepare food for events and weddings throughout the season with head chef
    • Keep kitchen and restaurant work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition
    • Store and organize dishes, glasses and equipment appropriately
    • Communicate with front of house staff on menu changes and meal order status
    • Load and unload dishes from dishwasher and clean work areas and wash some dishes by hand
    • Stock supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators and dining areas
    • Setup kitchen workstations and assist in food preparation under chef’s guidance
    • Assist kitchen with food presentation, foodservice set-up and break-down
    • Complete daily and weekly cleaning schedules including sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, sanitizing and various other cleaning


    This position must wear non-skid, closed-toe shoes, and be able to lift up to 45 pounds. They must have experience being on the line during service, basic knife skills, an understanding of food and safety guidelines, and be comfortable with food prep.  

    Looking for individuals who are:

    • Team-oriented
    • Experienced with culinary training
    • Willing to work 40 hours or more a week
    • Willing to work holidays, mornings, nights and/or weekends
    • Eager to provide guests with 5-star service
    • Hardworking
    • Positive and have a good attitude
    • Punctual and arrive on time to work
    Housekeeping

    Head Housekeeper

    $15.00 - $17.00 / hour + tips
    Tenants Harbor

    2 years experience of cleaning rooms required. Candidate must be available May 1-Oct. 30, 2024.

    Job Responsibilities: 

    • Clean guest rooms daily, ensuring they are presentable, clean, sanitized and give guests a positive impression of the East Wind
    • Change towels and linens, and launder daily
    • Keep communal areas clean and tidy (lobby, porches, dining areas, bathrooms, and outdoor areas)
    • Stock rooms (toiletries, chocolate, welcome materials) and communal areas (coffee, water cups, etc.) with supplies as needed
    • Communicate with other housekeepers to make sure all rooms are checked and areas on the property are cleaned
    • Notify maintenance of any issues requiring attention; and notify supervisor when supplies are running low
    • Ensure guest privacy and confidentiality
    • Sweep, mop, vacuum, take the trash out
    • Fill in to perform kitchen (bussing and dishes) as necessary during the busy season, particularly for breakfast


    This position must wear non-skid, closed-toe shoes, and be able to lift up to 40 pounds and climb stairs.

    Looking for individuals who are:

    • Team-oriented
    • Willing to work 40 hours or more a week
    • Willing to work holidays, mornings, nights and weekends
    • Eager to provide guests with 5-star service
    • Hardworking
    • Positive and have a good attitude
    • Punctual and arrive on time to work
    Restaurant

    Bartender

    $7.00 - $9.00 / hour + tips

    Minimum 4 years bartending experience required. Candidate must be available May 20-Oct 20, 2024. Wait on guests with a smile, serving them food and beverages in a casual, friendly environment. Breakfast and dinner serving shits are available.

    Responsibilities:

    • Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
    • Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks
    • Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
    • Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and pour beer and wine
    • Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
    • Work with owner on keeping inventory stocked and restock and replenish bar supplies
    • Greet customers, and maintain a friendly demeanor
    • Create signature mocktails and cocktails for the Quarry Tavern; plan and present bar menu
    • Accurately take food and beverage orders, correctly using the ordering system
    • Take special note of food allergies or preferences, and be able to communicate clearly to kitchen staff
    • Communicate what’s on the menu (including specials), answer questions customers might have, and make recommendations on menu selections
    • Accurately deliver food to customers, making sure that what comes out of the kitchen is correct and appealing before taking it to the table
    • Periodically check in with customers to make sure everything is going well with their meal, be attentive, and respond to additional requests as needed
    • Respond quickly to issues customers have, getting management involved if necessary
    • Collect payment from customers accurately and honestly
    • Clean bar, dining room, serving stations, kitchen areas and restrooms
    • Keep bar and serving stations stocked with ice, soda, etc., as well as keeping their section clean and prepared for new guests
    • Prepare bar for dinner and event service including cutting fruits, stocking alcohol and soda, preparing syrups and juices, turning on music, etc.
    • Follow applicable food service safety regulations and best practices
    • Manage dining reservations, reserving tables during shift


    All servers have cleaning responsibilities, must be proficient in conversational English and are eligible to receive tips from customers. This position must be able to stand on their feet for long periods of time and be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

    Looking for individuals who are:

    • Team-oriented and can handle tasks on their own (self-sufficient)
    • Able to move quickly and multitask under pressure
    • Knowledgeable and have a solid understanding of wine, beer and cocktails 
    • Able to make drinks quickly and accurately
    • Familiar with point of sale systems and handle money accurately and honestly
    • Able to communicate well with customers, coworkers and managers
    • Willing to work 40 hours or more a week, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and/or holidays
    • Eager to provide guests with 5-star service
    • Hard working
    • Positive and have a good attitude
    • Punctual and arrive on time to work
    • Professional, well groomed, and wear appropriate attire
    Utility

    Hotel Maintenance & Kitchen Assistant

    $15.00 - $17.00 / hour
    Tenants Harbor

    Candidate must be available May - Oct 2024. Experience working in maintenance/as a handyman or commercial kitchen a plus.

    Responsibilities:

    • Work on various maintenance projects throughout the season: stacking firewood, replacing lightbulbs, taking out trash and recycling, paint touch up, sanding the deck, putting window A/C units in, putting up parking signs, etc.
    • Perform light landscaping, property clean up, demo projects and building maintenance projects
    • Start a fire in the firepit daily for guests to use
    • Assist guests in carrying their luggage upstairs as needed
    • Keep kitchen and restaurant work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition
    • Load and unload dishes from dishwasher and clean work areas
    • Store and organize dishes, glasses and equipment appropriately
    • Setup kitchen workstations and assist in food preparation under chef’s guidance
    • Assist kitchen with food presentation, foodservice set-up and break-down
    • Sweep, mop, vacuum, take the trash out and clean as needed

    This position must wear non-skid, closed-toe shoes, and be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
     

    Looking for individuals who are:

    • Team-oriented
    • Willing to work 40 hours or more a week
    • Willing to work holidays, mornings, nights and/or weekends
    • Eager to provide guests with 5-star service
    • Hard working
    • Positive and have a good attitude
    • Punctual and arrive on time to work

How to Apply

To apply, please email your application to info@eastwindinn.com, and answer the following 3 questions:

1. What appeals to you about the position/Why do you want to work at the East Wind?

2. What is important to know about you/Why should we hire you? 

3. What is your availability for a call/What dates are you available to work this upcoming season? 

We look forward to hearing from you!

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