Pastry Cook

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing and baking pastries, desserts, and other baked goods under the guidance of the Pastry Chef. They assist in maintaining a high standard of quality, ensuring the pastry section operates smoothly and efficiently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Measure, mix, and bake ingredients to prepare a variety of desserts, pastries, and other baked goods.
• Follow established recipes and instructions from the Pastry Chef.
• Ensure proper portioning and consistency of all products.
• Maintain high standards of taste, texture, and presentation for all pastry items.
• Check the freshness of ingredients and discard expired or substandard items.
• Assist in managing inventory of pastry ingredients and supplies.
• Communicate any shortages or equipment issues to the Pastry Chef.
• Assist the Pastry Chef in menu preparation and recipe development.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to meet production schedules.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Properly store ingredients and finished products.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPIERENCE AND SKILLS

• 1-2 years of experience in a bakery, pastry kitchen, or similar role.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and tools specific to pastry making.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended hours.
• Perform repetitive tasks, such as kneading dough, piping decorations, and rolling out pastry, for long durations.
• Frequently bend, stoop, and reach to retrieve ingredients, work with mixers, or place items in ovens.
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy items, such as bags of flour, sugar, or baking equipment, weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Cipriani is an equal opportunity employer.