Pastry Chef

Pastry Chef

We are seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for pastry arts a keen eye for detail and the ability to create visually stunning and delicious pastries. As the Pastry Cook you will be responsible for preparing a variety of pastries desserts and baked goods ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Menu Development- develop and create a variety of sweet and savorypastries desserts and baked goods including cookies tarts and other confections
• Design and execute visually appealing pastry displays for the restaurant hotel or bakery
• Follow and develop recipes ensuring consistency and quality in every batch
• Monitor inventory levels of pastry ingredients and supplies placing orders as needed
• Ensure all pastries are prepared and presented according to established standards
• Maintain a clean and organized work area adhering to health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with the management team and other kitchen staff to plan and develop new pastry items
• Train and mentor junior pastry staff providing guidance and support
• Handle customer inquiries and special requests for pastry items
• Stay current with industry trends and techniques incorporating new ideas into the pastry menu

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or in a similar role within a professional kitchen
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and baking principles
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Creativity and artistic skills for designing and decorating pastries
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work early mornings evenings weekends and holidays as required
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification in pastry arts is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift carry and move heavy items including ingredients and equipment weighing up to specify weight e.g.50 pounds
• Prolonged periods of standing and moving throughout the kitchen
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for performing precise pastry work
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with precision and efficiency
• Strong physical stamina to handle the demands of a fast-paced work environment

Benefits:

• Health Dental Life and Disability Insurance (subject to applicable waiting periods)
• PTO benefit (begin accruing at 10 days off based on average hours)
• Sick Days & Paid Leave benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with matching
• Discounts
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement

Wrights Gourmet House is an equal opportunity are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis such as disability and veteran status or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Required Experience:

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