Pastry Chef de Partie
Seaport EntertainmentThe Company
Seaport Entertainment Group is a premier entertainment & hospitality company that owns and operates a unique collection of assets positioned at the intersection of entertainment and real estate. Seaport Entertainment Group’s focus is to deliver unparalleled customer experiences through a combination of restaurant, live entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into one-of-a-kind real estate. Our assets include the Seaport neighborhood in Lower Manhattan and the Las Vegas Aviators® Triple-A Minor League Baseball team and Las Vegas Ballpark, as well as the company's ownership stake in Jean-Georges Restaurants and its interest in the air rights above the Fashion Show Mall, which may be used to create a new casino and hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.
Pastry Chef de Partie
The Company
Seaport Entertainment Group is a premier entertainment & hospitality company that owns and operates a unique collection of assets positioned at the intersection of entertainment and real estate. Seaport Entertainment Group’s focus is to deliver unparalleled customer experiences through a combination of restaurant, live entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into one-of-a-kind real estate. Our assets include the Seaport neighborhood in Lower Manhattan and the Las Vegas Aviators® Triple-A Minor League Baseball team and Las Vegas Ballpark, as well as the company's ownership stake in Jean-Georges Restaurants and its interest in the air rights above the Fashion Show Mall, which may be used to create a new casino and hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.
About The Role:
The Pastry Chef de Partie is responsible for managing their assigned section in the kitchen – preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality standard food within the pastry department.
What You Will Do
Prepare, bake, and present high-quality pastry items including desserts, breads, tarts, cakes, and plated sweets to meet the restaurant’s standards.
Assist in the development, testing, and refinement of pastry recipes and seasonal dessert menus in collaboration with the Pastry Chef.
Lead and mentor assigned pastry team members, ensuring consistent execution and attention to detail.
Ensure that all pastry production is completed efficiently and on schedule, with a focus on minimizing waste and maximizing product yield.
Monitor inventory levels of pastry ingredients and supplies, communicating restocking needs promptly to management to avoid shortages.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards of the pastry kitchen, adhering to all health and hygiene regulations.
Operate and care for specialized pastry equipment including mixers, proofers, chocolate tempering machines, and ovens.
Support Pastry Chef in training junior staff and enforcing kitchen standards, portion control, and preparation guidelines.
Uphold the quality and presentation standards for all pastry items served in the venue.
Collaborate with the broader culinary team when needed for special events or high-volume service.
Flexibly manage scheduling to accommodate the needs of the business, including holidays, weekends, and evenings.
Perform other related duties as assigned by Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
About You:
Degree or certification from an accredited culinary or pastry arts program .
Minimum of 3 years of pastry experience in a high-volume, fast-paced, full-service kitchen.
Demonstrated technical expertise in classic and modern pastry techniques, including laminated doughs, tempering chocolate, custards, and decorative plating.
Strong working knowledge of baking science, pastry equipment, and ingredient functionality.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills; capable of maintaining focus and precision under pressure.
Ability to read and follow complex recipes and plating instructions.
Meticulous attention to detail in taste, texture, and presentation.
Proven leadership and communication skills with the ability to train and motivate pastry team members.
Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
Passion for innovation in dessert presentation and flavor profiles.
Flexible and dependable with a strong work ethic and a team-first attitude.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.
Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the property. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
Climbing steps regularly.
Compensation range: $24 – $28
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that The Seaport Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, HHC will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Seaport explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Seaport Corporation.
This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The Seaport Corporation reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.
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