Job Description

We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Cook / Demi-Pastry Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Barnard, United States. As a key member of our pastry department, you will be responsible for creating delectable desserts and pastries that delight our guests and uphold our reputation for excellence.

• Prepare a wide variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods according to recipes and standards
• Assist the Pastry Chef in developing new menu items and seasonal specials
• Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures are followed at all times
• Maintain a clean and organized work station
• Monitor and control food waste, maintaining cost-effective operations
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and timely delivery of pastry items
• Train and mentor junior pastry cooks as needed
• Assist in inventory management and ordering of pastry supplies
• Participate in menu planning and costing activities
• Stay current with pastry trends and techniques to continually improve offerings

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a professional pastry kitchen
• Culinary degree or diploma with a focus on pastry arts preferred
• Current Food Handler's Certification required
• Proficiency in various pastry techniques, including cake decorating, chocolate work, and sugar art
• Strong knowledge of classical and modern pastry techniques
• Understanding of flavor profiles and ingredient pairings
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Creativity and passion for pastry arts
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Paid time off up to 4 weeks
• Paid sick leave
• Holiday Pay
• Paid overtime
• Paid health and vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Daily Staff Meal

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Education/Training:

• Culinary education and/or on the job training with hotel and fine dining experience preferred
• Previous experience cooking in a fine dining or Michelin level restaurant

Working Conditions:

• Tasks often conducted in the stress of a fast-paced environment with ever-changing demands.
• Predominant activity is on feet with continuous walking and standing.
• Frequent reaching, bending, and lifting of light loads with occasional lifting extremes up to approximately 50lbs.
• Work involves a good deal of independent management but also close collaboration with a team.
• Shift hours are typically long with weekend and holiday attendance most always necessary- requires ability to maintain a flexible schedule and work holidays.