Pastry Sous Chef

About the role

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At (insert brand), we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at (insert brand) is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.

Responsibilities

• Implements and enforces all health and sanitation policies
• Prepares and orders all items for all menus, creates order sheets and inventory systems to ensure proper stock levels
• Sets up and cleans all equipment and china required for events and restaurants
• Supports on creation of a weekly schedule for all pastry Associates, managing payroll
• Supports and monitors execution and delivery of the amenity program for the hotel
• Attends BEO meetings, in absence of pastry chef, communicates information to pastry department, oversees pastry production flow and adjusts in order to adhere to control procedures for cost and quality
• Maintains proper receiving, storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products to comply with Health Department regulations
• Ensures the department abides by all safety and sanitation policies
• Checks to see that all equipment in the kitchen is clean and in proper working condition, reviews daily cleanliness practices with culinary team and keeps up with daily cleaning schedule
• Ensures the department abides by all safety and sanitation policies
• Monitors to ensure proper receiving, storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products so as to comply with Health Department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers of kitchen and service
• Performs additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of previous pastry experience preferred
• Knowledge of pastry
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus

Qualifications

• You are passionate about exceptional pastry experience
• You are exceptional in leading a team
• You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same
• You have the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• You have the ability to prioritize and organize work assignments, multi-task
• You are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences
• You are trustworthy and have integrity

Skills

• Leadership skills
• Team management
• Inventory management
• Ordering and preparation of menu items
• Equipment maintenance and cleaning
• Health and sanitation compliance
• Cost and quality control
• Communication and coordination with associates and management

Benefits

• DTO (Discretionary Time Off)
• Healthcare benefits
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401[k] retirement plan with company matching, fully vested, and loan option
• Banking and Investing Program offers preferred rewards, mortgage discount, and waived fees
• Fertility & Family Forming Assistance
• Parental leave pay differential
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel discounts
• Free meals
• Fitness & wellness discounts
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Associate’s events throughout the year

Physical Requirements

• Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over
• Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift
• Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis

What We Offer

• Drug-free workplace policy
• Pre-employment substance abuse testing