Logo
Tao Group Hospitality

Pastry Sous Chef - Crane Club New York

Tao Group Hospitality, New York, New York, us, 10261

Save Job

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Tao Group Hospitality provided pay range This range is provided by Tao Group Hospitality. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Tao Group Hospitality

The role of the Pastry Chef will be responsible for planning, organizing, and maintaining the activities of the Pastry Department in the venue to maintain the highest standards of food quality, cost control, and consistency. Create a broad range of baked goods per menu. Develop new ideas to generate revenue.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Lead the team in their daily responsibilities; ensure all items are ready for service

Maintain Company standards while creating desserts

Create baked goods based on menu specifications

Develop creative ideas to generate revenue

Develop and implement operating standards for the Pastry Department

Organize and maintain pastry department documents including station checklists, dessert inventories, recipe book, and Food Bible

Implement operating standards for the Pastry Department

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to provide clear direction to the pastry team

Communicate with pastry team and new hires on the expectations of the kitchen, food bibles, recipes, quality, and presentation required of each dish

Assign and instruct pastry team in details of work; observe performance and encourage improvement where necessary

Recognize and perform hiring, disciplining, coaching, and providing training to the staff.

Communicate with Team Members using a positive and clear speaking voice; listen to and understand requests; respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information

Interact with other department personnel and restaurant staff as needed

Manage inventory, ensuring proper inventory levels are maintained for smooth restaurant operations

Make decisions and take actions based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations

Ensure health and safety laws are followed always and that sanitary conditions are maintained at the highest levels per the requirements of the Department of Health, the Department of Buildings, and OSHA

Report to the Executive Chef and/or Executive Pastry Chef any maintenance or repairs needed

Prevent the spoiling and contamination of foods by enforcing proper sanitation practices and ensuring compliance with policy and health regulations

Inspect delivery of food to ensure the highest level of quality

Make menu recommendations to the Executive Chef and/or Executive Pastry Chef for future menu development, holidays, special events, and promotions

Attend mandatory meetings, including staff meetings, pastry team meetings, and meetings with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Pastry Chef

Keep work area clean and organized

Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics, inspiring Team Members to meet and exceed standards

Maximize restaurant profitability, implementing effective controls of departmental processes and prime (food & labor) costs

Maintain compliance with Company’s policies and procedures, as well as city, state, and federal laws

Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

Experience in a high-volume culinary operation preferred

Two-year college degree in Culinary or Pastry Arts from an accredited institution (or equivalent)

Minimum of five to seven (5 - 7) years of pastry experience in a fine dining environment

Possession of or the ability to possess all state-required work cards

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE:

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Ability to write and verbally communicate

Must be able to move quickly

Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume

Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment

Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials

Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment

May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required

Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards

Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and coworkers in a professional, courteous manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Management

Industries Hospitality

#J-18808-Ljbffr