Garde Manger

Position: Garde Manger

Reports to: Executive Chef

CinCin Ristorante + Bar is a celebrated dining room, recognized for its contemporary, Italian-inspired menu and award-winning wine cellar. The finest regional ingredients – crafted by extraordinary culinary talent and delivered with an unparalleled level of hospitality – is what continues to set CinCin apart.

Summary:

The Garde Manger Line Cook is responsible for the preparation and presentation of cold dishes including salads, appetizers, cold entrees, dressings, and charcuterie. This position plays a key role in maintaining food quality and consistency, ensuring all items are prepared to exacting standards in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, assemble, and plate cold menu items including salads, pâtés, terrines, canapés, dressings, cold soups, and desserts
• Measure and prepare ingredients, set up workstations so food can be prepared according to recipes
• Maintain food safety and hygiene
• Focus on quality, food preparation standards, and consistency in a premium kitchen environment
• Meet production schedules and timelines
• Communicate and coordinate with the team, including front-of-house

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a garde manger or premium cold kitchen role
• Enrollment in or completion of a culinary program is preferred
• Food Safe Certification
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, withstand heat, and deal with the pressures of preparing food in a fast-paced environment
• Dedicated team player who naturally builds camaraderie
• Extremely organized; keeping to deadlines and working with precision in a fast-paced environment
• Responsible, motivated, and energetic self-starter
• Excellent English language communication skills