Pastry Cook

The Pastry Cook’s responsibilities include preparing quality pastry items created by the Executive Pastry Chef, such as desserts,

breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, displays/centerpieces and special request items, as well as

helping keep the kitchen running smoothly. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in culinary arts with a passion for

sweet and delicious creations. Some of their key duties and responsibilities include:

• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as
  
  

intended, properly and safely

• Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and restaurant requirements
• Meet with the Pastry Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information
  
  

pertinent to the job performance.

• Inspect the cleanliness and working conditions of all tools, equipment and supplies
• Check production schedule and par in order to establish priority items for the day
• Prepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to departmental standards.
• Executing pastry orders and accommodating special requests.
• Demonstrating skill in baking pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, sweets, and pies.
• Creating enticing confectionery decorations and delicious pastry fillings, as well as keeping abreast of
  
  

new pastry baking techniques.

• Applying classic pastry baking techniques when preparing traditional pastries.
• Adding novel, creative, and delicious pastry items to the existing selection.
• Monitoring equipment and ensuring all specialized pastry baking tools are in working order.
  
  

Requirements

• Proficient in English or Spanish is a plus
• Ability to stand on your feet for several hours
• High School diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate
• Certification of culinary training or apprenticeship preferred.
• Demonstrates adequate pastry skills and operations
• Be able to plan and prepare for restaurant, catering and special event
• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and
  
  

skills; Shares expertise with others.

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets
  
  

clarification; Responds well to questions;

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own
  
  

actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes

tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes
  
  

independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers

help when needed.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with
  
  

respect and consideration

• Quality and Quantity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote
  
  

quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Able to meet

productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond
  
  

guidelines; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
  
  

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or
  
  

training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays
  
  

Personal Apperance

• Must abide by the brand standards.
• Slip resistant black shoes is a must.
• Must be cleanshaven at all times.
• All employees must maintain good personal hygiene. Fingernails must be cut and clean. Personal
  
  

appearance must be suitable for work at all times.

• Maintain personal health and sanitation standards (wash hands when using restroom, etc.)
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Be honest, trustworthy and respectful.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Be flexible in regard to schedule.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
  
  

perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions.

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and
  
  

occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly

required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or

smell.