What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Events Pastry Cook position at Working at the California Campus?
The hiring rate for this position is $22.00.
Please apply to learn more about the benefits of working for the CIA.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Pastry Cook is responsible for working in conjunction with the Banquet Chef and Pastry Chef on all aspects of Baking and Pastry production for Special Events banquets.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurate and expeditious production of plated recipes with strict adherence to all recipe specifications.
- Food production and plating for service as directed by Banquet Chef and Pastry Chef.
- Efficient production with minimal waste during all phases of recipe preparation, production and service.
- Assists in food preparation including ingredient prep, mixing, baking, sauteeing, simmering, and plating.
- Prepares sauces, frosting, jellies, sorbets, ice cream, and other dessert components as needed.
- Prepares breads, pastries, muffins, cookies and other baked goods as needed.
- Supports restaurant baking and dessert production as needed.
- Assists with execution of Special Events with savory plating as needed.
- Supports banquets and buffets by ensuring adequate stock of all items.
- Performs tasks related to but not limited to organization of reach-in coolers, dry stock with proper storage and security and sanitation guidelines.
- Proper packaging, storage and security of all food items at all stages of receipt or preparation with relation to temperature, location, labeling, packaging and all established procedures.
- Sets up and breaks down workstations.
- Assists other team members as needed or directed by Chefs.
- Maintains proper inventory of station pars on prep list and orders appropriately.
- Any and all other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
- One (1) year of cooking experience.
Licenses / Certifications:
- California Food Handler’s Certificate, or ability to obtain a certificate within 30 days of hire.
- HACCP or ServSafe Certification a plus.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s Degree from a recognized Culinary Institution or equivalent industry experience.
- Background in a fine dining restaurant establishment.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Advanced knife skills.
- Intermediate to advanced level of Baking and Pastry skills.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to read, write, understand, execute and communicate in English.
- Demonstrated ability to show a high level of service responsiveness to customers.
- Must display a high level of energy and self-motivation.
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment and maintain collaborative relationships.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Must be able to work at both locations of the CIA California Campus (Copia in Napa, CA and Greystone in St. Helena, CA).
- Must be available to work flexible hours, including days, nights and weekends.
- Must be able to bend, reach and stand for a minimum of eight (8) hours daily.
- Must be able to lift and transport a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Ability to withstand high ambient temperatures while working in close proximity of cooking equipment.
Salary : $22
