Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook

Veronika is hiring for a Pastry Cook Position in Gramercy, New York City. Base pay starts at $19/hr. #TransparentPay #TransparentSalaries #NYCJobs #SalaryTransparency

The Pastry Cook supports a best-in-class pastry program for the Ver?nika Restaurant & Bar. Directly reporting to the Ver?nika Executive Pastry Chef and Ver?nika General Manager, the role will help develop and execute a wide-ranging menu of dessert items on-premise and aids in the program's overall success. Strong candidates should have a background in the execution of pastry programs in high-volume, concept-forward kitchens, with a strong emphasis to excel beyond standards and expectations. Additionally, candidates should have experience and an interest in a wide variety of cuisines and create culturally and dietary responsive menus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Pastry Cook in concept-driven kitchens.
• The Pastry Cook will plan, organize and take the responsibility for the preparation of dessert items, pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, fruit compotes, breads, chocolates and show pieces while ensuring superior quality and consistency.
• Preparing Breakfast: yogurts, banana bread, blueberry muffins, savory pies, home-made granola, cut fruits platters.
• Through training, development, and mentorship, they ensure the maintenance of recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes and ensure that all culinary team members are following these standards.
• Follow recipes and minimize waste, ensuring all raw materials are continually inspected to ensure quality standards are met.
• Prepare in accordance with quality, availability and seasonality and ensure market lists are completed on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Maintain standard recipes and techniques for pastry preparation and presentation which help to ensure consistently high quality and to minimize food costs.
• Preparation and execution of a seasonal menu concept and bespoke menu concepts for optional private and member events.
• Ensure kitchen operations can run smoothly and efficiently with a thoughtful mind toward member and guest, as well as employee experience.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures to enhance and measure quality; continually adheres to written policies and procedures to reflect approved techniques, equipment and terminology.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and compliance with all Health & Safety, company Employment policies / service procedures / standards as these relate to the kitchen and culinary team. (NYC Food Handler's License a plus or ability to obtain one upon hiring).
• Implement all DOH requirements and HACCP safety program across all kitchens.
• Assist with various cleaning around the kitchen such as sanitizing and organizing our Pastry station.
• Consistent presence in the kitchen with the team during prime service periods and is working in the kitchen/prep for a majority of their scheduled time.
• Attend daily service lineups and all required meetings to ensure optimal growth and departmental coordination.
• Implement operational excellence decisions that become scalable SOPs for property development, new concept development, and/or F&B changes within property. Be prepared to outline policies, procedures, and systems to improve our business, service, retention, and magic of the Fotografiska experience.