Pastry Chef

The Pastry Cook is responsible for the production and plating of all elements of the dessert menu offerings under the guidance and standards of the Lead Pastry Chef.

At Wind Creek Chicago, we strive to create an exceptional guest experience by providing genuine engagement and positive energy. Our team members are empowered to do everything right, have fun, and be the best.

• Prepare baked goods according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
• Prepare ingredients needed for bread, pastry, and/or dessert recipes as needed
• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
• Maintain food safety and quality standards
• Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
• Conduct daily pastry line checks
• Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management and service staff when quantities fall below the restaurant-specific minimum quantity
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedure

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly
• Must be able to work well as part of a team
• Must be able to work well under pressure
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have a Class III Gaming License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) issued by the IGB as a requirement for this position
• Must have willingness and ability to work in a smoke/secondary smoke environment