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Line Cook Application

First Name^*

Middle Name

Last Name^*

Address

Street address

Apartment, suite, etc.

Email Address^*

Primary Phone Number^*

Mobile Phone Number (if different)

Position Applying For – check the position(s) applying for^*

Line Cook

Prep Cook

Please indicate which The Distillery location(s) you are interested in seeking a position.^*

Henrietta

Rochester

Victor

Do you have reliable transportation?^*

Yes

Are you at least 18 years old?^*

Yes

We have a smoke-free environment. Are you willing to comply?^*

Yes

Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?^*

Yes

Have you been convicted of a felony?^*

Yes

If yes, state the nature of the offense and disposition of the case. Include dates and places.

Are you seeking Full Time or Part Time?^*

Full Time

Part Time

What hours and shifts would you prefer?^*

List any times you are not available.^*

Are you willing to work weekends?^*

Yes

Are you willing to work holidays?^*

Yes

If hired, when would you be available to start?^*

Have you ever been employed at The Distillery or an affiliated company before?^*

Yes

If yes, which location(s)?

If yes, please list position(s) held.

If yes, please list reason for leaving.

Do you have any friends or family employed by The Distillery or an affiliated company now or before?^*

Yes

If Yes, which location(s)?

Name of Distillery Staff Member

Are you currently employed?^*

Yes

Past Employment Job #1 - Company Name^*

Past Employment Job #1 - Location^*

Past Employment Job #1 - Supervisor Name^*

Past Employment Job #1 - Supervisor Phone Number^*

Past Employment Job #1 - When did you start working there?^*

Past Employment Job #1 - When did you leave?

Past Employment Job #1 - Starting Rate of Pay^*

Past Employment Job #1 - Last Rate of Pay^*

Past Employment Job #1 - What did you do there?^*

Past Employment Job #1 - What did you like?^*

Past Employment Job #1 - What did you dislike?^*

Past Employment Job #1 - Why did you leave?^*

Past Employment Job #1 - May we contact this employer?^*

Yes

Past Employment Job #1 - If no please explain

Past Employment Job #2 - Company Name

Past Employment Job #2 - Location

Past Employment Job #2 - Supervisor Name

Past Employment Job #2 - Supervisor Phone Number

Past Employment Job #2 - When did you start working there?

Past Employment Job #2 - When did you leave?

Past Employment Job #2 - Starting Rate of Pay

Past Employment Job #2 - Last Rate of Pay

Past Employment Job #2 - What did you do there?

Past Employment Job #2 - What did you like?

Past Employment Job #2 - What did you dislike?

Past Employment Job #2 - Why did you leave?

Past Employment Job #2 - May we contact this employer?

Yes

Past Employment Job #2 - If no please explain

List any education beyond high school. If none, state “None”^*

Why do you want to work with us?^*

What interests you most about this position?^*

Do you have access to the Internet to check an on-line schedule weekly?^*

Yes

What languages do you speak?^*

What is your favorite restaurant and why?^*

What do you think The Distillery’s values are?^*

Describe your typical day off.^*

What can you improve about yourself?^*

The Distillery does not tolerate drug use by employees before or during work. Are you willing to comply?^*

Yes

Being on your feet and stair climbing is a requirement for FOH and BOH positions. Are you willing and able to comply with this requirement?^*

Yes

What commitments do you have or do you anticipate that may affect your schedule?^*

We may train on days you have other obligations. Are you willing to reschedule your plans to come to training?^*

Yes

We have specific requirements for personal appearance for both the dining room and kitchen: clean proper work apparel, no excessive jewelry or makeup, good general hygiene and hair properly restrained. Are you willing to comply with these requirements?^*

Yes

Describe the best manager you ever had.^*

What would your previous employer say about your work?^*

What kinds of people annoy you?^*

What motivates you to get the job done?^*

What is your greatest strength?^*

What is the most useful criticism you’ve ever received? Why?^*

I was referred by:^*

In case of emergency please contact:^*

What’s the most interesting dish you've ever eaten?^*

What’s your favorite thing to cook?^*

What’s your favorite station to work?^*

What do you do?

You’re in the middle of dinner rush and the tickets are starting are running at 20 minutes, you notice the person on the station next to you is about to burn a dish, you have three items down that all need attention and 5 new tickets just came in, a server comes back screaming that they need a re-fire on the fly.

How do you keep track of everything you have to do in a week?^*

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Tell us what’s right and what’s wrong with the image above.^*

What experience do you have working with a KDS?^*

List the following in order of importance: Speed, cleanliness, safety, recipe adherence, punctuality^*

Rate these items in order of importance.

Very Important^*

Speed

Cleanliness

Safety

Recipe Adherence

Punctuality

Important^*

Speed

Cleanliness

Safety

Recipe Adherence

Punctuality

Moderately Important^*

Speed

Cleanliness

Safety

Recipe Adherence

Punctuality

Little Important^*

Speed

Cleanliness

Safety

Recipe Adherence

Punctuality

Unimportant^*

Speed

Cleanliness

Safety

Recipe Adherence

Punctuality

Define the following terms.

On the Fly^*

All Day^*

FIFO^*

Re-fire^*

Mes En Plas (This phrase means having a place for everything and having everything organized before you begin cooking) Why is this important?^*

You are scheduled to be at work in 45 minutes, it takes you 35 minutes to get there, your phone rings and it’s your sister saying she needs you to bring her son to the hospital. What do you do?^*

What’s the first thing you do when you arrive at work?^*

How many seats were in the biggest restaurant you’ve ever worked in? How many people were in the kitchen at once?^*

List some qualities needed to be a great cook in a restaurant.^*

What is the minimum amount you need to earn per week?^*

All the information on this application is accurate

Yes

Resume

I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I understand that misrepresentation of facts called for in the application is cause for immediate dismissal. As an employee of the Distillery, I agree to conform to the rules and policies of the company as set forth in the policy book, as explained in notices and memos posted from time to time and as otherwise communicated by the management. I pledge to always strive to be professional and demonstrate concern for co-workers and guests at all times. Further, I acknowledge that my employment and compensation can be terminated, with or without cause and without notice, at any time, at either the option of the company or me. I state my understanding that violation of any of the company's policies, rules and procedures will be considered grounds for disciplinary action up to and including termination.I also authorize investigation of my credit record and police record. I understand that all information on this application will be kept confidential. If hired, I will not work at another restaurant while employed at The Distillery, without prior approval from management.I authorize the release of employment records and information obtainable from any and all former employers.Illegal drug use by an employee is a violation of company policy. I consent to random drug testing, at the request of The Distillery. All management candidates are subject a drug screen prior to a job offer.CONFIDENTIALITY: As a Distillery employee or former employee, I agree not to discuss, photocopy, duplicate, email or reveal customer or any information in any form to anyone outside The Distillery. Information obtained as a result of my employment with The Distillery and contact with customers can only be used in the course of my employment at The Distillery. This information is considered proprietary. Any unauthorized use, collection, copying, removal or transfer in any manner of this information may be grounds for immediate dismissal from employment and other legal action.I understand that my application will remain active for 30 days from the date received.

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