Senior Pastry Chef
About the Role
At Main Event Caterers we create and deliver delicious! We are proud to be one of the first full-service catering companies in the DC Metro Area. Our team of professionals have a passion for creating memorable experiences with our artfully crafted, mouth-watering cuisine and our exceptional service. Our business has grown exponentially, and we are excited to add an experienced and highly skilled Senior Pastry Chef to our team.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Pastry Chef to prepare creative and delicious desserts.
- Work hands-on in our production kitchen to prepare high quality food for tastings and special occasion events.
- Demonstrate a culture of food and workplace safety.
- Manage the pastry food station in the absence of the Pastry Chef.
- End the day knowing that you delivered high quality food for your clients, a clean and safe kitchen, and a fun and professional experience for your team.
Qualifications
- Bringing a passion for creating exceptional food and experiences to clients.
- Acting with contagious, positive energy.
- Displaying an "A" player drive that delivers habitual consistency each day.
- Demonstrating accountability by maintaining high standards for menus, recipes, portions, inventories, waste, and food & labor costs.
- Calmly operating with a sense of urgency to meet strict deadlines.
- Remaining approachable and solution focused to adapt, improvise, and overcome the inevitable obstacles.
- Fostering a culture of warmth and belonging where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
- Free food & snacks
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
If you're an experienced, self-motivated, high-performing chef ready to take your career to the next level, then yes, this opportunity is right for you. At Main Event you'll find the ingredients for a fulfilling culinary career. We're excited to invite you to join our growing team of skilled culinarians, contribute to a sustainable future, and best of all be part of an awesome team!