Pastry Sous Chef

About the Role

Responsible for all pastry preparation, control of pastry labor and food costs for all Food and Beverage Outlets, including Mason Street Grill.

Responsibilities

• Assigns specific duties to all associates under supervision for efficient operation of the pastry shop.
• Trains and supervises pastry staff in the proper preparation of desserts/pastry items according to standards set by the Pastry Chef.
• Ensures proper ordering, receiving, storage (including temperature-setting), usage, and rotation of food products to comply with HACCP & Health Department regulations.
• Adheres to control procedures for cost and quality.
• Supervises daily safety and sanitation practices.
• Performs other duties as requested, such as development and execution of special events, VIP parties, and staff events.
• Prepares all food items according to recipe specifications.
• Performs other culinary and managerial duties as assigned.
• Maintains proper employee files in accordance with the hotel’s attendance and disciplinary procedures.
• Assists in timely performance evaluations of staff.

Requirements

• High school education preferred.
• Apprenticeship, post-secondary school, or equivalent work experience beneficial.
• Managerial and pastry production experience preferred in a similar hotel or resort setting.
• 2-3 years of experience in high-volume pastry/bakery production, associate dining, upscale restaurants, and multiple outlet operations, including large banquet functions.
• Additional language and math skills, as well as basic computer knowledge, are helpful.
• Thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes, and proper preparation.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to comprehend and communicate job functions.
• Finger/hand dexterity to operate food machinery.
• Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or otherwise move goods weighing up to 200 lbs. on a continuous schedule.
• Knowledge of food and labor cost controls, inventory, and calculation of these controls.

Pay

Salary Exempt - Wage Range $58,000 - $63,000