• Job Description

  Req#: 121492

  Job Details

  Job Location: Blackberry Farm - Walland, TN

  Position Type: Full Time

  Salary Range: $15.00 Hourly

  Job Shift: Day

  Description and Qualifications

  The Preservation Kitchen Assistant will assist in the production of all Farmstead products, including, but not limited to, record keeping, inventory, and packaging of goods, and helping maintain the cleanliness of the Larder building and equipment.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Assist in production and packaging of all jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, dry mixes and cereals, as well as any other food preservation required by the Larder Manager and/or Chefs.
  • Ensure proper labeling/dating and rotation of all inventory in the preserve kitchen.
  • Document all production in established forms to ensure adherence to FDA regulations.
  • Assist in ordering materials necessary for production in the Preservation Kitchen.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the preserve kitchen to FDA standards.
  • Generate internal sales tickets for all larder products sold.
  • Assist with inventory counts in the Larder kitchens.
  • Maintain production, cleanliness, and upkeep of Oyster mushroom program.
  • Intercept internal phone calls and follow-up with necessary personnel.
  • Assist guests with all Farmstead product-related needs and requests from guests and chefs
  • Assist as needed with other Farmstead and Larder production-related projects and duties, including daily tours and shift coverage, Creamery production and packaging, Butcher Shop production and packaging, and milking shifts
  • Create new Farmstead products under direction of Larder and Farmstead manager and recipe test as needed
  • Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests daily

  Must comply with all company policies and procedures.

  Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.

  Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests.

  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • No supervisory responsibilities

  EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 2-4 years of kitchen experience preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent

  LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members

  MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

  • Basic knowledge and understanding of math

  REASONING ABILITY

  • Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Must be able to be on feet for the majority of the day
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely
  • Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

  WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • 4,200 acres of Blackberry Farm property

  About Blackberry

  
  

  Blackberry Farm is a Relais & Châteaux property that has provided world renowned hospitality to family, friends and guests for almost 50 years. Our attention to every detail, impeccable service, unique activity offerings and outstanding cuisine have helped Blackberry Farm earn its pedigree as one of the most celebrated small luxury resorts in the world.

  A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability.

  From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, Blackberry provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career. Some of our benefits include travel perks and property benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional paid holidays, health insurance and flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit share and training and education.

  Blackberry Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• About the company

  Blackberry Farm, a luxury hotel and resort situated on a pastoral 4,200-acre estate in the Great Smoky Mountains, is one of the most celebrated small luxury resorts in the world.

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