Executive Pastry Chef

7 days ago

New York, New York, United States Zuma Full time
Job Summary

Zuma is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Pastry Chef to oversee the seamless running of the pastry department in support of the Head Pastry Chef. This role will be responsible for providing a highly efficient and effective service while ensuring that all financial and statutory requirements are met and supporting the delivery of outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Leadership and Management
    • Lead and supervise a team of Pastry Cooks, providing guidance, training, and support as needed
    • Develop and implement effective strategies to improve team performance and productivity
  • Pastry Production
    • Produce high-quality pastries, cakes, and other baked goods that meet the established menu and location standards
    • Oversee the production and plating of desserts, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation
  • Inventory Management
    • Manage inventory and ordering of pastry ingredients and supplies to maintain optimal stock levels
    • Monitor and control labor costs, optimizing staffing levels to meet business demands
  • Recipe Development
    • Partner with the Head Pastry Chef and Executive Chefs to create new and exciting desserts based on seasonality
    • Assist in recipe development, testing, and costing as needed
  • Quality Control
    • Check the quality of materials and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
    • Ensure that all food products meet the highest standards of quality and safety
  • Team Development
    • Mentor and develop pastry team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
    • Train team members on allergen awareness and management, ensuring all staff are knowledgeable about handling food allergies safely
  • Customer Service
    • Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication and execution of dessert orders
    • Ensure that customer service standards are met and exceeded
  • Compliance
    • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor, health, and safety laws
    • Operate ethically to protect the image of the company
Requirements
  • 3-5 years professional pastry experience with a pastry culinary degree preferred
  • Prior experience in a high-volume restaurant or hotel environment
  • Must possess a valid New York City Department of Health Food Handler's Card (New York location only)
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
  • Excellent knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and flavors
  • Creative flair and attention to detail, with a passion for creating innovative and visually stunning desserts
  • Proficient in the following dimensions/functions: food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation, security, company policies and procedures, personnel management, recordkeeping, and preparation of reports
  • Demonstrated success in achieving fiscal results and executing to a high standard
  • Computer literate with the ability to learn and adapt using all programs
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Bonus program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Free family meal daily
  • Dining discounts at Zuma
  • The opportunity to work on a team with global hospitality/culinary experience

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