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09/14/2023

07/26/2023

Thank you to everyone for your continuous support! Please make sure to like and follow our new page Verdant Bistro for updates!

07/20/2023

WE ARE HIRING CHEF DE RANG! (WAITER/WAITRESS)

We are excited to invite a skilled and service-oriented professional to join our team as a Chef de Rang at our new, exquisite fine dining bistro. As a Chef de Rang, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring an exceptional dining experience for our esteemed guests.

Job Title: Chef de Rang
Location: Hays, Kansas
Type: Full-time or Part-time

Responsibilities:
- Welcoming guests with warmth and professionalism, providing a memorable first impression.
- Guiding guests through the menu, describing dishes, and offering personalized recommendations based on their preferences.
- Taking precise orders and transmitting them accurately to the kitchen staff, ensuring seamless communication.
- Serving food and beverages with impeccable attention to detail and artistic presentation.
- Maintaining an elegant and organized dining area, ensuring it is clean, set, and ready for each service.
- Anticipating guests' needs and providing attentive, unobtrusive service throughout their dining experience.
- Assisting in wine and beverage service, including recommending pairings and ensuring a well-stocked bar.
- Addressing any guest inquiries or concerns promptly and professionally, striving to exceed their expectations.
- Collaborating with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth and efficient service.
- Upholding the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and restaurant etiquette.
- Participating in training sessions and continuous professional development to enhance your skills.

Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Chef de Rang or Senior Waiter/Waitress in a fine dining or upscale restaurant setting.
- Excellent knowledge of food and beverage, including wine pairings and cocktail service.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanor.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- A passion for providing top-notch customer service and creating memorable dining experiences.
- Professional appearance and demeanor, representing the bistro's high standards.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Knowledge of restaurant POS systems and basic computer skills.
- A commitment to maintaining a positive and harmonious work environment.

Join us in curating an unforgettable dining journey for our guests, where exceptional service and culinary excellence converge. If you thrive in an upscale dining environment and have a genuine passion for hospitality, we welcome you to apply for the Chef de Rang position.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role to [email protected]

07/20/2023

WE ARE HIRING COMMIS CHEFS!

Are you passionate about culinary artistry and eager to be part of a dynamic, new fine dining experience? Our new upcoming bistro is seeking a talented and driven Commis Chef to join our culinary team!

Job Title: Commis Chef
Location: Hays, Kansas
Type: Full-time or Part-time

Responsibilities:
- Assisting the senior chefs in food preparation and cooking to uphold the highest culinary standards.
- Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace to ensure smooth operations.
- Learning and executing recipes with precision and creativity to deliver exceptional dishes.
- Contributing innovative ideas for menu development, incorporating seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients.
- Collaborating with the team to maintain inventory and control costs while minimizing waste.
- Complying with food safety and sanitation regulations to ensure the highest level of hygiene.
- Embracing the fast-paced environment of a fine dining establishment and staying composed under pressure.

Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Commis Chef or similar role in a professional kitchen setting.
- Culinary education or relevant apprenticeship/training is preferred.
- A passion for food and dedication to delivering high-quality dishes.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions precisely.
- Ability to work effectively in a team, communicate clearly, and support colleagues.
- Willingness to learn, grow, and adapt to new techniques and challenges.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and willingness to adhere to them.

Join us in shaping an extraordinary dining experience that celebrates culinary excellence and creativity. If you thrive in a high-energy environment and are committed to refining your culinary skills, apply now to become a part of our passionate team!

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant culinary portfolio to [email protected]

06/13/2023

I am looking to hire Chef de Cuisine (Sous Chef)!

Summary: Helps Executive Chef prepare and cook foods

•Coordinates activities of cooks and other food-service associates
•Assumes responsibility for kitchen and food-service associates in the absence of Executive Chef
•Cooks and prepares food following approved recipes and production standards
•Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders
•Supervises hourly food service associates
•Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and sanitation procedures
•Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures
•Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils
•Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements
•Demonstrates complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to team and guests
•Keeps up with peak production and service hours
•Monitors inventory and deliveries of product and supplies

Pay based on experience. Hourly/Salary

Please email resumes or questions to
[email protected]

04/28/2023

Snacktivity Teaching Kitchen has been a great way to spark creativity and curiosity in our youth! Giving children the opportunity to have hands on experience with ingredients and kitchen tools is important for their development!

04/07/2023

Always a pleasure to be apart of Fort Hays State University Foundation dinners. Menu consists of:

Fresh Spring Salad w/ Strawberries, Feta, Pickled Shallots, Pecans, & Chefs Apple Cider Honey Vinaigrette.

Sous Vide Filet of Beef w/ Pomme Anna & Parisian Carrots w/ Pistachio Dukkah

Raspberry Crème Mille-Feuille w/ Raspberry Purée, Raspberry Whipped Cream, & Raspberry stuffed w/ Creme Brûlée

03/20/2023

Chefs Dessert Of The Day!

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Truffles w/ Orange Rosemary Crostinis

03/14/2023

Our newest rotating Dinner Menu is finally here!

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03/14/2023

Check out our newest Lunch Menu!

This menu was inspired by Italian Street Food & Comfort Meals that are begging for warmer weather.

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02/05/2023

We really have never been that good at remembering to take pictures of the entrees..

Pear & Feta Salad w/ Pistachios & Fig Vinaigrette

Rasperry Lemon Sorbet

Mosaic Blackened Salmon w/ Mango Purée, Quinoa, Parisian Carrots, & Charred Fennel

Pan Seared Steak Sirloin w/ Smoky Onion Purée, Roasted Broccoli, & Demi Seared Potatoes

Strawberry & Creme Mille Feuille w/ Whipped Vanilla Bean Ganache, Strawberry Whip, Strawberry Purée, & Fresh Strawberries.

02/04/2023

2023 Wedding Expo at The Strand Event Center

01/20/2023

The list you have all been waiting for...

Here is the finalized vendor list for our upcoming Save the Date Wedding Expo! 🤍

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Let these amazing -LOCAL- vendors, help you with all of your wedding day needs!

Be sure to pre register using this link: https://forms.gle/2EhRQhekHfywaw4y5

Your registration not only gets you into the wedding expo, but also includes a goody bag full of surprises filled by one of our staff!

✨Comment below letting us know what vendor you are most excited to see and what surprise you are hoping to find in your goody bag! ✨
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01/20/2023

01/16/2023

Check out our new limited time rotating buffet menu! 🤌

In 2023 you can expect to see a new menu almost every month based on current food trends, holidays, and community palettes!

Get it while you can!

01/14/2023

Just a few grazing tables & charcuterie boards. 👀

Haven’t posted in a while due to the busy holidays!

Year 1 is in the books and are looking forward to 2023’s newest food trends.

11/06/2022

Quote of the night “I love, Love." ❤️

10/10/2022

Thank you to everyone who came out to support us at our very first Oktoberfest!

What an incredible experience this was! Long nights and early mornings, this was no easy task. To bring fresh local ingredients that are cooked on sight was our focus. We wanted to show customers what they came to eat with fresh potatoes, homemade noodles, hand made dough, hand cut chuck, and made to order Flammkuchen. To us this is what tradition is all about.

Huge thank you to Oktoberfest Hays for putting on an amazing event and we look forward to seeing everyone next year!

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10/05/2022

AGourmet* 😂

What vendors will be at Oktoberfest?? Take a look and see. 😯😄

10/04/2022

What’s more traditional than TommySues Homemade Noodles for Oktoberfest?!

Susan has been making her homemade noodles for 16 years out of Schoenchen KS. Her noodles have been a staple of my grandmothers Chicken Noodle Soup recipe which will be served at this years Oktoberfest!

Stop by October 7th-8th to try some of Tommy Sues Homemade Noodles by ordering the Chicken Noodle Dinner w/ Mashed Potatoes

10/01/2022

October Special - BREAKFAST GRAZING TABLE only $9 per person

09/29/2022

Octoberfest Menu 2022 🥘

Stop by October 7th - 8th for some great tasting German classic cuisines!

We will be donating a percentage of our proceeds to Hays Area Children's Center, Inc. which will go towards center Improvements!

See you soon!

09/16/2022

Make sure to stop by for this years Oktoberfest celebration October 7th & 8th!

We will be partnering with Hays Area Children's Center, Inc. to raise funds which will go towards center improvements!

Check back soon for menu releases and updates.

09/15/2022

Here it is....this year's schedule of events! Check out our website for more information at:
https://www.oktoberfesthays.com/

09/09/2022

FHSU Tailgate!

08/22/2022

We are so excited to FINALLY announce… 🌻 Sunflowers and Silos is going BRICK AND MORTAR in downtown Hays,KS this fall!! We have so many amazing things planned that will be new to our community! Stay tuned for weekly updates, product lines, events and GRAND Opening!!! Th k you to everyone for your support and making this dream a reality!!! Make sure to follow … they just might share some sneak peaks of what they are doing to make this place like nothing else in Hays!

05/01/2022

Erin & Broque Short Wedding - Custom Hors D’oeuvres Station ❤️💍 The Strand Event Center

04/23/2022

Chocolate covered Cheesecake w/ Raspberry Coulis 🤌

03/09/2022

Bacon Egg & Cheese Donut 🍩

01/29/2022

Join us NOW at The Fox Theatre-Hays,Ks for the 2022 Save the Date Wedding Expo! See you soon!