Pastry Chef

Job Summary:

The Pastry Cook is a key member of our culinary team, responsible for creating high-quality pastry products that exceed our guests' expectations. As a Pastry Cook, you will work closely with our Executive Chef to develop new desserts and menu items, ensuring that our pastry department is always at the forefront of innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of pastry products, including breads, pastries, and desserts, to meet the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef to develop new recipes and menu items, ensuring that they are innovative, delicious, and meet the needs of our guests.
• Lead and motivate the Pastry Department team, providing guidance and support to ensure that they are working efficiently and effectively.
• Ensure that all pastry products are prepared and presented in a clean and safe environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Monitor and control inventory levels, ensuring that we have the necessary ingredients and supplies to meet demand.
• Collaborate with other departments, including kitchen and front-of-house staff, to ensure that our pastry products are delivered to the highest standards.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments, ensuring that our pastry department remains at the forefront of innovation and excellence.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a fine dining restaurant environment.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a high-volume preparation environment.
• Ability to work extended hours, including late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift/move/maneuver up to 50 lbs.
• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fully competent in all aspects of baking and pastry.
• Ability to define a problem, collect data, establish facts, and form conclusions.
• Ability to understand complex instructions and materials.
• Ability to mentally process abstract ideas while delivering results.

Compensation:

$20/hour

Legends is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.