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Pastry Chef de Partie
Le Colonial - Lake Forest
655 Forest Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045, United States
Le Colonial - Lake Forest hiring Pastry Chef de Partie in Lake Forest, IL

Le Colonial - Lake Forest hiring Pastry Chef de Partie in Lake Forest, IL

Le Colonial - Lake ForestMore Info

Full Time • Hourly ($23.00)
Expired: May 10, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

4 years


Job Details

Summary

Le Colonial restaurant is looking for a professional Pastry Cook who will be responsible for running the daily pastry program operation. The Pastry Lead will be responsible for dessert production, service flow, ordering, working with regional Executive chef and keeping a sanitized work area.  We are seeking an individual who has experience in Fine dining service industry and is committed to impeccable food presentation and garnishing, which is important for impressing our guests and creating repeat business.

Hourly Rate : 23$
Reports to : Executive Chef , Pastry Director 

Must Be authorized to work in USA

Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Must be able to communicate, read, write, and speak English effectively.
  • Bi-lingual skills are preferred but not required.
  • Ability to calculate figures amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume helpful.
  • Excellent interpersonal service skills and organizational skills to plan time effectively.
  • Ability to work without direct supervision.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment, work under pressure and meet deadlines with particular attention to detail.
  • 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 Executive 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
  • Establish priority items for the day
  • Prepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to departmental standards
  • Prepare food for service (e.g. bake crème brulee, sauces, chocolate works, making garnishes, baking etc.)
  • Follow Up on training  pastry cooks
  • Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
  • Monitor product freshness and rotate out old product based on a schedule created by the restaurant
Additional Skills :
  • Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
  • Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
  • Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the issues raised by Associates, Supervisors, Department Heads, Senior Management, and guests.
  • Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.
  • Ability to be a clear thinker, analyze and resolve problems exercising good judgment.
  • Make independent decisions while maintaining strong ethical standards consistent with company policy, rules and the ability to maintain confidential information.
  • Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger. Collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
 

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($23.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Pastry Making

Ability to Work Collaboratively With a Team

Plating and Presentation

Strong Time Management Skills

Time Management

Adaptability to Changing Environments

Pastry Techniques

Attention to Food Safety Standards

Attention to Detail

Ability to Train and Mentor Junior Staff

Communication

Creativity in Dessert Preparation

Teamwork

Ability to Prioritize Tasks Effectively

Pastry Production

Strong Problem Solving Skills

Petits Fours Making

Ability to Handle Customer Complaints Professionally

Organizational Skills

Capacity to Work Long Hours During Busy Shifts

Cleaning / Sanitation

Ability to Maintain Composure Under Stress

Positive Attitude

Strong Communication Skills With Diverse Groups

Pastry Knowledge

Ability to Follow Complex Instructions

ServSafe Certified

Attention to Customer Satisfaction

Baking Skills

Ability to Maintain a Clean and Organized Workspace

Baking Knowledge

Food Handler Certification

Standing for Long Periods of Time

Safety and Sanitation

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Part of Le Colonial

An expansive two-story building located in Lake Forest’s lively Market Square District, Le Colonial includes dining and event spaces, an outdoor garden, and a bar for light bites and alfresco lounging. Designed to capture an era of romance and luxurious classic architecture, the space transports guests to a different time and place where reimagined Vietnamese cuisine takes center stage. The restaurant boasts an exclusive private dining enclave and an elevated second-floor event space with two expansive banquet rooms for larger gatherings.