Pastry Chef

Pastry Chef

Company: Essex Resort Holdings

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description

• Supervise and participate in the preparation and execution of all baked goods.
• Proper communication between all staff, including our own and other departments.
• Keep an open communication with both subordinates and superiors.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate training programs for kitchen personnel.
• Inspect the portion sizes and taste qualities of all items to ensure they are being properly prepared.
• Inspect all equipment for proper maintenance and report deficiencies to Engineering.
• Ensure that an adequate supply of equipment is available.
• Talking to guests for orders or other requests.
• Make profit improvement recommendations to the Executive Chef.
• Consulting with brides/grooms with wedding cake orders.
• Monitor incoming food products to ensure proper quality and assist storeroom personnel in quality control.
• Maintain a high level of sanitation and safety.
• Monitor all refrigeration and dry storage for proper handling and rotation.
• Plan and develop new dessert menus for restaurants, banquets, and special functions, i.e. weddings.
• Coach and teach all staff members as a continuing process to ensure a smooth operation and maintain a high level standard in the Pastry Kitchen.

Requirements

• Able to work flexible hours and days.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years baking experience and graduate from a culinary school.
• Five years culinary experience in a multi-unit hotel or conference center.
• 2+ years of Advanced Cake Decorating.
• Well-versed skills in plated desserts, display pastries, breads, artisan goods, etc.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food products, and food service equipment.
• Knowledge of all facets of a Baking Department: ordering, menu planning, menu costing, etc.
• Previous experience supervising a staff of 5 or more employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively.