Restaurant Associates
Position Title: Pastry Chef
Salary: $90,000 - $100,000
Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work in 2021, This is R/A !
Job Summary
Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey like no other? Join the Restaurant Associates Team at one of New York City's premier cultural attractions. We offer a unique opportunity to be a part of a multi-unit operation, including full-service restaurants, luxurious lounges, and gourmet food retail spaces, all within the vibrant backdrop of this world-renowned institution. You'll have the chance to deliver exceptional dining experiences in an iconic setting, with a diverse range of offerings to cater to our discerning visitors. If you're passionate about hospitality, culinary excellence, and being a part of something truly special, we invite you to join us in this exciting endeavor. Be a part of our dynamic team and help us elevate the art of dining in the heart of the city that never sleeps.
Working as a Pastry Chef, you are responsible for the preparation, production and ordering for the pastry department. You are responsible for handling, preparation and storing perishable products. You will adhere to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production, preparation and presentation. Additional duties may include menu development, inventory, ordering, sanitation, and hourly associate management to include hiring, counseling, coaching and development.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepares, produces and orders for the pastry department
Handles, prepares and stores perishable products
Adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production
Preferred Qualifications:
Culinary degree is preferred
Minimum three years related experience in upscale, high volume restaurant and/or catering operations
Ability to demonstrate creative and quality driven pastry skills
Must have good food knowledge and recognition of quality product
Strong knowledge of current food and catering trends with a focus on using seasonal ingredients, production, sanitation, food cost controls, menu development and presentation
Excellent overall computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
ServSafe of Department of Health certification a plus
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1268563
Restaurant Associates
Michael Abbey
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