What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastry Cook position at Sparrow Italia Miami?
Sparrow Italia is a modern Italian restaurant that embodies European sophistication. With a location in the prestigious Mayfair neighborhood of London and a location coming soon in Miami, Sparrow sets the tone for a chic atmosphere that honors the values belonging to generations of Italian table lovers.
The expansive menu features Italian and Mediterranean inspired classics with creative twists, such as handcrafted pastas, rustic pizzas and wood-fired creations that showcase bold and innovative flavors made with the finest sustainable and organic ingredients
The cuisine is complemented by adventurous mixology that is fresh, seasonal, and artfully presented. The finest spirits are used to craft our dynamic cocktails which are rooted in the flavors of Italy.Sparrow Italia is a modern Italian restaurant that embodies European sophistication. With its first two venues located at Hotel Figuroa, in Downtown Los Angeles, and in the prestigious Mayfair neighborhood of London, Sparrow sets the tone for a chic atmosphere that honors the values belonging to generations of Italian table lovers.
The expansive menu features Italian and Mediterranean inspired classics with creative twists, such as handcrafted pastas, rustic pizzas and wood-fired creations that showcase bold and innovative flavors made with the finest sustainable and organic ingredients
The cuisine is complemented by adventurous mixology that is fresh, seasonal, and artfully presented. The finest spirits are used to craft our dynamic cocktails which are rooted in the flavors of Italy.
Sparrow Italia's third location will be opening soon in Wynwood, Miami.
Responsibilities
- Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
- Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping fruit, or preparing sauces)
- General Understanding of pastries and piping skills
- Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
- Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
- Clean up station and take care of leftover food
- Stock inventory appropriately
- Ensure that food is finished simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
Skills
- Prepares a variety of desserts and other food items for cooking in broilers, grills, fryers and a variety of kitchen equipment.
- Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
- Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
- Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
- Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, sauté burners, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
- Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, piping, etc.
- Follows proper plate presentation.
- Communicates well with others and is a great team player
Qualifications
- Must have night / weekend availability.
- Must be able to stand for the duration of shifts
- Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs.
- Prior fine-dining experience preferred
