The Rope Loft is a dockside restaurant located on Chester's Front Harbor, offering a picturesque dining experience for customers visiting by Land or Sea! We operate seasonally, opening in April. Our fun, vibrant team always makes each season more memorable than the last. We hope you consider becoming a Lofter this year!
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to wedine@ropeloft.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
- Cleaner
- Dishwasher
- Line Cook & Prep Cook
- Food & Beverage Server (Monday - Friday, daytime shifts)
To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to wedine@ropeloft.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
CLEANER
Job brief
The cleaner is responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance duties in the front and back house of the restaurant. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the restaurant’s appearance and cleanliness.
Responsibilities
Requirements and skills
Hours: 2-3 hours/day, 4-5 days/week
Job brief
The cleaner is responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance duties in the front and back house of the restaurant. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the restaurant’s appearance and cleanliness.
Responsibilities
- Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors
- Clean and dust surfaces, mirrors, and windows
- Full restroom clean and restock
- Stock and maintain supply room
- Follow all health and safety regulations
Requirements and skills
- Proven experience as a cleaner
- Physical ability to perform assigned tasks and minor lifting
- Knowledge of cleaning supplies and chemicals
- Efficient in executing assigned tasks
- Access to reliable transportation
Hours: 2-3 hours/day, 4-5 days/week
DISHWASHER
Job brief
The dishwasher plays a vital role in the kitchen team. They are responsible for washing and sanitizing dishes to keep up with the restaurant's demand and maintain a clean workspace.
Responsibilities
Requirements and skills
Job brief
The dishwasher plays a vital role in the kitchen team. They are responsible for washing and sanitizing dishes to keep up with the restaurant's demand and maintain a clean workspace.
Responsibilities
- Collect used cookware from the kitchen
- Load and unload dishwashing machines
- Store clean dishes and equipment appropriately
- Occasionally assist the kitchen in food preparation
- Ensure there are always clean dishes and utensils to keep up with restaurant demand
- Maintain cleaning supplies stock
- Monitor washing machines' operation and report any performance issues
- Empty the garbage regularly
- Sanitize dishwashing area regularly
Requirements and skills
- Ability to follow instructions and help with various tasks, as needed
- Good time management skills
- Team player
- Attention to detail and sanitation rules
- Able to work in a standing position for long periods
- Access to reliable transportation
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts (evenings and weekends)
LINE COOK
Job Brief: The Line Cook will prepare food to the Chef's specifications and the set menu. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Requirements and skills
Job Brief: The Line Cook will prepare food to the Chef's specifications and the set menu. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
- Prepare food for service (chop vegetables, butcher meat, or prepare sauces)
- Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
- Answer and report to the Kitchen Manager and Chef
- Maintain a clean, sanitized kitchen and workspace
- Stock inventory
- Ensure that high-quality food is produced simultaneously and promptly
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
Requirements and skills
- Proven cooking experience as a line or prep cook
- Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
- Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
- Familiar with industry's best practices
- Able to work in a standing position for long periods
- Access to reliable transportation
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts (evenings and weekends)
PREP COOK
Job brief
The Prep Cook will assist in preparing dishes and are responsible for assembling dishes such as salads, pizzas, sandwiches, and desserts. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.
Responsibilities
Job brief
The Prep Cook will assist in preparing dishes and are responsible for assembling dishes such as salads, pizzas, sandwiches, and desserts. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Create and follow a prep list based on daily needs
- Label and stock ingredients
- Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, following recipes, etc.
- Undertake primary cooking duties such as reducing sauces and steaming.
- Prepare dishes such as salads, pizzas, sandwiches, and desserts.
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by sanitizing surfaces, taking out the trash, sweeping & mopping.
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
- Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
- Proven experience as a prep cook in an asset. We are willing to train.
- Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Ability to use kitchen tools and appliances
- A team player with good communication skills
- Efficient and able to work under pressure
- Able to work in a standing position for long periods
- Access to reliable transportation
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts (evenings and weekends)
FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVER
Job brief: The food and beverage server is the face of the restaurant and is responsible for a customer's overall experience. They must provide quality service that will maintain and attract new customers.
Responsibilities
Requirements and skills
Job brief: The food and beverage server is the face of the restaurant and is responsible for a customer's overall experience. They must provide quality service that will maintain and attract new customers.
Responsibilities
- Greet and attend to customers as they enter the establishment
- Prepare tables with particular attention to sanitation
- Take and serve orders
- Be very familiar with the food and beverage menu (descriptions and pricing)
- Make drink recommendations (wine, beer, food/drink pairing)
- Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
- Greet complaints or problems with a positive attitude
- Operate a POS system, handle cash, make change, etc.
- Comply with all food and beverage regulations
- Answer the phone, kindly assist callers in making reservations, placing takeout orders as needed, or answering general questions
- Protect establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation, safety, and alcohol control policies
- Ensure a tidy workspace and maintain daily cleaning duties
Requirements and skills
- Previous experience working in a restaurant setting is an asset
- Knowledge of wine and beer varieties is an asset
- Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
- Organized and time managed
- Able to work in a standing position for long periods
- Able to resolve conflict and maintain a high level of professionalism
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts (evenings and weekends)
- Access to reliable transportation
