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Corcoran Caterers is a family-owned and operated full-service catering company that has been providing exceptional corporate and social events in the DC Metro area for nearly 40 years.

We are in search of a dedicated pastry artisan to become a vital member of our culinary team.

If you are passionate about pastry arts and thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you.

The pastry artisan will play a crucial role in the development and execution of innovative recipes for seasonal offerings, as well as fulfilling any unique client requests.

The ideal candidate will bring a creative spirit and positive energy that will contribute to the ongoing success of Corcoran Caterers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Craft and embellish a variety of upscale, scratch-made desserts, including wedding cakes, plated desserts, and more.
• Invent new and exciting desserts for seasonal menus and plated events.
• Supervise food production to guarantee quality, safety, and consistency.
• Assist in the planning and creation of menus.
• Design innovative plate presentations.
• Support event execution as needed.
• Maintain recipe precision and portion control.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization within the kitchen.
• Provide assistance to kitchen staff with their production tasks when necessary.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in communicating, reading, writing, and speaking English effectively.
• Bi-lingual skills are preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to scale recipes for large volumes.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to manage time effectively.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Essential Duties & Functions:

• Oversee the procurement of all items in the pastry department, develop dessert menus, and maintain approved food and labor costs.
• Train and guide bakery associates on proper techniques for creating visually appealing and professional pastry items.
• Inspect all finished bakery products to ensure they meet quality and aesthetic standards.
• Implement strategies to reduce operating costs without compromising the quality of pastries or service.
• Communicate relevant information and any irregularities in the bake shop operations to the Executive Chef.
• Research and develop new recipes, as well as create decorative cakes for various events.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent training and experience.
• 4 to 5+ years of experience in a high-volume, fine dining, banquet, or pastry production kitchen, with a minimum of 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated expertise in pastry techniques.
• Ability to read and modify written recipes.
• Current knowledge of food trends and techniques.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized.
• Efficient problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability for early morning shifts and weekends.

Preferences:

• Experience in off-site catering.
• ServSafe Certification.

Employment Type: Full Time

Bonus/Commission: No

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