We are hiring a Garde Manger (AM cold station cook) for Santi!
Michael White, the renowned chef, restaurateur and innovator who helped define Manhattan’s modern Italian restaurant scene with destinations like Marea, Ai Fiori, and Osteria Morini, has made his return to New York with the opening of Santi, from his BBianco Hospitality Group. Situated in the heart of midtown at Tishman Speyer’s 520 Madison Avenue, Santi explores seasonal Italian cooking through the lens of White’s many years living in Italy and the South of France, offering both a culinary retrospective and an exciting next step in his storied career.
The name Santi is derived from a fond memory of White’s culinary mentor, Gianluigi Morini, a chef and bon vivant who helmed the kitchen at San Domenico. Eager to taste the dishes from the kitchen, he would wave off a plate and utensils and say: “Le mani degli chef sono come le mani dei santi” – “The hands of chefs are like the hands of saints.” At Santi, White’s menu retells the story of his years living and working in Imola, the Amalfi coast, and the South of France, with a menu consisting of handmade pastas, meats, fish, vegetables, crudos, rotating specials, and large format dishes. It builds on his 36 years in the kitchen and traverses the whole of the Italian peninsula with a focus on seasonality. There will be wild game, truffles, and ragouts in the fall, ephemeral green market produce in the spring, and rare ingredients from across the globe incorporated thoughtfully and with nuance.
The AM cold station/salad cook (Garde Manger) will work closely with the culinary leadership team to prepare, create and execute high-quality dishes.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Prepares and assembles cold dishes such as salads, dressings, and cold appetizers, following standardized recipes and plating instructions.
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Assists in the daily preparation of ingredients for service, ensuring quality, freshness, and consistency.
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Supports the culinary team by maintaining proper inventory levels, labeling, and storing ingredients appropriately.
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Keeps the cold station clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout service, adhering to all food safety and sanitation standards.
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Follows prep lists and production schedules to meet demand while minimizing waste.
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Works collaboratively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth and efficient service.
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Participates in team meetings and training on safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.
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Maintains an understanding of the restaurant’s standards, values, and culinary philosophy.
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Adheres to all health and safety policies as outlined by the company.
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Performs other duties as assigned by the Sous Chef or senior kitchen staff.
Compensation and Benefits
- $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
- Health insurance
- Pre-tax transit benefits
- Paid time off
Position Requirements:
- Must be available to work Monday - Friday
- Must be available to work AM shifts (mornings)
- Minimum 1-2 years working in a fine dining restaurant
- NYC Food Protection Certificate preferred
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks with attention to detail
Physical Demands
- Ability to be flexible with job demands and open-minded when being asked to complete tasks
- Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the restaurant
- Ability to handle stress under pressure
- Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing 50 pounds
- Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates
- Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day
BBianco Hospitality Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.
