Job Description

Join Our Team as a Pastry Sous Chef!

We're seeking a dynamic individual to fill the role of Pastry Sous Chef! In this position, you'll play a pivotal role in managing and organizing our Pastry department, overseeing daily operations, and fostering a vibrant team culture in our corporate dining setting.

What We Offer:

• Compensation: $58,000 - $70,000
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays!
• Generous Benefits :
  • 2 weeks of Paid Time Off
  • 12 Paid Holidays Off
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Complimentary meals while on shift

Essential Functions 

1. Oversee the preparation and production of a wide variety of pastries, cakes, cookies, pies, and bread, following both traditional and modern recipes.
2. Ensure operational consistency and compliance with all legal requirements, including HACCP, food safety, health & safety, allergens, and OSHA standards.
3. Oversee, lead, and train bakery staff while also supporting other managers in supervising the broader team.
4. Maintain accurate display menus and food cards in coordination with the management team.
5. Provide daily summary reports to the management team and Culinary personnel.
6. Monitor staff attendance and address any issues related to illness, absenteeism, or time-off requests.
7. Address and report any ongoing issues related to equipment, cleanliness, or operational inefficiencies.
8. Conduct regular meetings with Culinary personnel to address delays, issues, and feedback.
9. Manage all aspects of pastry operations to ensure client and guest satisfaction.
10. Implement efficiency improvements to checklists, service, and overall operations.
11. Ensure all records are accurately maintained and organized, reporting any issues to the management team promptly.
12. Continuously seek opportunities to streamline and enhance daily pastry operations.

Knowledge & Skills 

1. Proven experience as Pastry Chef, baker or relevant role
2. Great attention to detail and creativity
3. Willingness to replenish professional knowledge
4. In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition
5. Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, vegan, etc.)
6. Strong verbal communication and leadership skills
7. Strong organizational skills
8. Strong multi-tasking skills
9. Sense of urgency and time management skills
10. Ability to problem solve and think critically
11. Prioritizing multi-assignments with time sensitivity 
12. Ability to delegate, to work under pressure, and adjust to a diverse working environment.
13. Strong computer literacy skills (Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, etc.)
14. Knowledge of standard kitchen safety, sanitation, and food handling, local regulations including HACCP, food safety, health & safety, COSHH, allergens

Education & Work Experience 

1. Minimum 3 years in similar role
2. Must possess a strong understanding and knowledge of food and corporate kitchens.
3. Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking or relevant field
4. Experience managing a team 

Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain an active Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Maintain a neat appearance in clean uniforms and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• A fundamental understanding of food handling and sanitation practice is required.
• Must have and maintain authorization to work in the US

Physical Demands:

• Physical Stamina : Standing, walking, and lifting required for job tasks.
• Visual Acuity : Ability to perceive and adjust to various visual demands.

If you're a skilled pastry professional with a commitment to excellence and a drive for continuous improvement, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to lead our pastry department to new heights of success. Join us and be part of a dynamic culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to our guests. Apply now!

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