Pastry Cook

About the role

You can’t remember a time when you weren’t excited by an expertly produced soufflé, and few things in life get you more excited than a perfect southern biscuit. As a Pastry Cook, you’ll get to learn from a seasoned Pastry Chef; you’ll prep and bake pastry and baked goods, executing the Pastry Chef’s vision while honing your skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all dessert and baked good items on the menu using our Standard Recipe Card for preparation of all products
• Adhere to standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures and perform other related duties as assigned by the Pastry Chef or manager-on-duty
• Complete a Daily Prep List and Closing Checklist for each shift for assigned duties while maintaining a clean and sanitary work station, adhering to all DHEC regulations; this includes tables, shelves, walls, ovens, pastry/dessert equipment and refrigeration equipment
• Promptly report all product shortages, equipment problems or food quality issues to Pastry Chef or Executive Chef

Requirements

• A minimum of one year experience in a pastry kitchen, preparing and cooking
• Have a positive energy, be ready to assist fellow support staff and work as a team player
• Must be able to speak, read and understand basic baking and cooking directions
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers, employees, and all guests
• A flexible schedule to work days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Constant standing/walking with occasional stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, or lifting