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PAY RANGE
$24.35/hr


JOB SUMMARY

The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing a variety of dessert, pastries, and baked goods, ensuring the highest quality of ingredients and presentation. This role requires creativity, attention to detail and a deep knowledge of baking techniques. The Pastry Cook will work closely with the Pastry Chef to execute recipes, develop new menu items, and maintain a clean and organized work station.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
• Experience as a Pastry Cook or relevant role in a bakery or kitchen
• Strong attention to detail and artistic presentation skills
• Culinary degree or certification or equivalent experience preferred
• Food Handler Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
• Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by restaurant environmental systems.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility at least 8 or more hours in length.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• May be required to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening, hearing and visual acuity.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.

General Requirements

• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Create dynamic menus for all outlets that evolves and changes on a regular basis.
• Develop recipes and input into the recipe database.
• Develop, implement, and monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
• Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
• Investigate and resolve guests complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodation.

DUTIES & FUNCTIONS

Fundamental Requirements:

• Background in Pastry Program and/or Cuisine.
• Assist in creating dynamic dessert menus, bread and pastry product that evolves and changes on a regular and seasonal basis..
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of food preparation techniques and food hygiene practices.
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming.
• A strong team player who supports their team and embraces ownership, accountability, and responsibility for the team’s work.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented, excellent prioritization, time management, organizational and follow up skills.
• Basic understanding of Health and Safety, Food Hygiene and Employment Legislation.
• Keep immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his/her attention.
• Create and prepare all pastry items as required by the business.
• Prepare, clean and organize ingredients for use in the kitchen.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitized at all times.
• Know and enforce all local health department sanitation laws.
• Maintain up to date knowledge about pastry arts and ingredients.
• Support special requests of other departments and their needs.
• Monitor quality of all food product and presentation.
• Develop, implement, and monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.