Pastry Cook

Company: Le Jardinier
Location: New York
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Pastry Cook Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable Pastry Cook to join our exceptional Dinner Service team of service leaders. This position will work with the Pastry Chef in production and service and be exposed to variety of cooking techniques and excellent ingredients. The position oversees assigned areas of pastry production and works service during the night time service. Key responsibilities include executing recipes, maintaining kitchen equipment, and always being on time. The Pastry Cook will use working knowledge of basic pastry techniques and assist in the production of a dynamic pastry program for the restaurants and bakery including seasonal specials. The role requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to read, speak and interpret documents in clear English, and a flexible schedule. We seek individuals who pursue this career as a passion and a profession. Key qualifications include minimum 1-3 years' experience in professional cooking, high school diploma or equivalent, and currently authorized to work in the US. Candidates must live in New York or planning to live in the near future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees assigned areas of pastry production and works service during the night time service.
• Execute recipes, maintain kitchen equipment, and always be on time.
• Use working knowledge of basic pastry techniques; scaling, mixing, proofing, baking, decorating, finishing, etc.
• Assist in the production of a dynamic pastry program for the restaurants and bakery including seasonal specials.
• As a member of the bakery team, ensure stated direction and guidance in quality standards are achieved daily.
• Assure all necessary items are in the restaurant/bakery at the start of the shift.
• Communicate any needs in appropriate timeframe, ensuring all ingredients represent the quality standards and are in line with the standards established by the Chef.
  Key Qualifications:
  
  • Minimum 1-3 years' experience professional cooking experience in restaurant or establishment of similar caliber.
  • High School Diploma, or equivalent level of education, required (Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to read, speak and interpret documents in clear English.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule. (including nights, weekends, and holidays)
  • You must be organized, motivating, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and of course personable. Working knowledge of reservation management systems is highly preferred.
  • We seek individuals who pursue this career as a passion and a profession.
  • Currently authorized to work in the US.
  • Candidates must live in New York or planning to live in the near future.

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