Pastry Chef

Job Description

Job Description

What you'll do:

• Can supervise and coordinate activities of all kitchen staff; instruct the team in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of menu items
• Perform daily walk-throughs to determine daily production and prioritize product utilization
• Inspect food preparation, storage, serving areas, and equipment to ensure safe, sanitary food handling
  practices; ensure employees follow standards and regulations
• Assist in filling in for pastry cooks in times of unexpected absence or increased volume
• Order and requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation; verify quantity and quality of received products
• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
• Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and anticipated volume
• Assist with estimating the amount and cost of required ingredients and supplies
• Analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items based on food, labor, and overhead costs
• Ensure staff has a complete understanding of their job requirements and sufficient training after holding them accountable for results
• Maintain awareness of documentation needed and retained in employee files
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure organizational and safety standards are met
• Plan, direct, and supervise the food preparation, purchasing, and cooking activities of multiple kitchens or outlets within the establishment
• Follow inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct accurate inventory
• Meet with guests to discuss menus for special events as needed
• Record production and operational data on specified forms
• Ensure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns and apply corrective measures when necessary
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition; arrange for equipment purchases and repairs as needed

Who you are:

• You have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree
• You have a state-issued food handling certification as required
• You have 5+ years of related experience in the hospitality or culinary industry
• You can read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and
  procedure manuals
• You can write routine reports and correspondence
• You can speak effectively after guests and groups of co-workers
• You can apply concepts of math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division