Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook

Operating under the guidance of the Executive Culinary Team, the Pastry Cook will execute precise recipes, manage daily production, and ensure high standards of quality, sanitation, and kitchen safety.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates hands on approach to all bakery products produced in the Pastry Department ensuring quality, presentation and consistency standards meet company standards.
• Assist with the development of standardized recipes for all menu items.
• Ensures that recipes are accurate and updated as needed.
• Ensures that all food products prepared meet the established specifications and standards.
• Responsible for complete set up, cleanliness and organization of the Pastry Department and bakery areas at all kitchen locations.
• Seeks to maintain knowledge of industry trends in the world of pastry and baking.
• Bake fresh pastries, desserts and breads for all outlets.
• Practice safe work habits and complete company and venue safety and general compliance training.
• Maintain a pleasant and collaborative attitude towards customers, co-workers, and management.

• Adheres to the Legends Global and venue company policies.

• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Available to work non-traditional hours (Nights, Weekends & Holidays)

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently and work well as a team player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a high volume preparation environment.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fully competent in all aspects of baking and pastry
• Ability to define a problem, collects data, establish facts and forms conclusions.
• Ability to understand complex instructions and material. Ability to mentally process abstract ideas while delivering results.
• Ability to be present at work for assigned schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours when required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and works well in environment with time constraints.

Compensation: $28.76/hr

Working Conditions

Location: Central Park Boathouse

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift/move/maneuver up to 50 lbs.
• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching and repetitive motions.
• Ability to remain on feet for entire length of shift.