Lead Pastry Cook
Lead Pastry Cook
KYU - MiamiMore Info
Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
This role works with the Pastry Chef to execute the menu efficiently and consistently. The Lead Pastry Cook is knowledgeable of pastry cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes. The Lead Pastry Cook at KYU takes ownership of preparing ingredients, managing their stations, and creating dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications. Ultimately, you will play a crucial part in ensuring customer satisfaction and the growth of our restaurant.
Responsibilities:
- Properly set up and stock the station for daily service.
- Follow instructions provided by the Chef Team.
- Ensure that food preparation and storage areas meet health and safety standards.
- Cooking menu items in cooperation with the kitchen team
- Monitoring tickets - including allergy and special-request notes
- Keeping station clean, organized, and efficient
- Rotating inventory correctly. FIFO enforced
- Ensuring that all nutrition and sanitation standards are followed
- Monitoring baking ingredient inventory needs
- Carefully and consistently plating dishes with finesse and cleanliness
- Actively filling out all check-lists, DOH logs, and prep-lists
- Prepare ingredients and handle baking equipment with proficiency
- Create pastries, baked goods, and confections following designated recipes
- Skillfully decorate pastries and desserts to ensure appealing and tasteful presentation.
- Ensure adherence to safety and health regulations
- Effectively communicate with Pastry Chef or Chef on duty
Skills and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
- Certificate in Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, or related experience.
- Minimum of 3 - 4 years of experience as pastry cook or in a similar roll
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Excellent leadership skills and ability to delegate projects amongst a team
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of baking techniques and the pastry-making process
- Ability to work cooperatively and efficiently as part of a team, as well as independently
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment
- Fine Dining Experience a plus
- Display keen attention to detail in all aspects of pastry preparation
- Tactful and clear communication with teammates
- Excellent time management
- A proactive and positive attitude
- Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and evenings when required
Benefits include:
- Medical insurance
- Dental and vision insurance options
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Employee dining discounts
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $24.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Pastry Cooking Methods
Knowledge of Ingredients
Knowledge of Equipment
Knowledge of Baking Processes
Proper Food Preparation
Stocking and Setting Up Stations
Following Instructions
Maintaining Health and Safety Standards
Monitoring Tickets and Special Requests
Inventory Management
Plating dishes
Filling Out Check Lists and Logs
Handling Baking Equipment
Preparing Ingredients
Decorating Pastries and Desserts
Adherence to Safety and Health Regulations
Communication With Team
Leadership and Delegation Skills
Understanding of Baking Techniques
Ability to Work Cooperatively
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Positive Attitude
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