Pastry Chef

What you'll do:Can supervise and coordinate activities of all kitchen staff; instruct the team in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of menu itemsPerform daily walk-throughs to determine daily production and prioritize product utilizationInspect food preparation, storage, serving areas, and equipment to ensure safe, sanitary food handlingpractices; ensure employees follow standards and regulationsAssist in filling in for pastry cooks in times of unexpected absence or increased volumeOrder and requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation; verify quantity and quality of received productsDetermine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of servicesCollaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and anticipated volumeAssist with estimating the amount and cost of required ingredients and suppliesAnalyze recipes to assign prices to menu items based on food, labor, and overhead costsEnsure staff has a complete understanding of their job requirements and sufficient training before holding them accountable for resultsMaintain awareness of documentation needed and retained in employee filesOversee food preparation and presentation to ensure organizational and safety standards are metPlan, direct, and supervise the food preparation, purchasing, and cooking activities of multiple kitchens or outlets within the establishmentFollow inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct accurate inventoryMeet with guests to discuss menus for special events as neededRecord production and operational data on specified formsEnsure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns and apply corrective measures when necessaryEnsure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition; arrange for equipment purchases and repairs as neededWho you are:You have a High School Diploma or General Education DegreeYou have a state-issued food handling certification as requiredYou have 5+ years of related experience in the hospitality or culinary industryYou can read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, andprocedure manualsYou can write routine reports and correspondenceYou can speak effectively before guests and groups of co-workersYou can apply concepts of math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and divisionEqual Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.