Seasonal Pastry Chef

Overview

 Capital City Club Culinary Department is looking to hire an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and team-focused individual for a Seasonal Pastry Chef.

The ideal individual is creative, career-oriented, well organized, works with cleanliness and sanitation procedures, and excels in a team environment.  The operation is considered high volume/fine dining with different styles of culinary operations available for development. 

Job Summary

Assist the Executive Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef to consistently maintain quality output from the pastry department. Our Pastry Kitchen is a great environment for creative freedom and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of the pastry menu
• Maintain excellent knowledge of the pastry menu and attention to detail with plate presentation
• Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in maintaining and updating recipe book(s), and determining parts needed for the week
• Proper execution of recipes and understanding of culinary techniques
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage stress
• Food handling and safety knowledge
• Knife and measuring skills; manual dexterity and speed
• Ability to prepare and follow recipes
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Reliable transportation
• Successful candidates should have the drive to learn, challenge themselves, and be passionate about helping others achieve the same
• Ability to work well with others and be productive while working by yourself.

Preferred Qualifications

• You must possess pride in quality craftsmanship, precise work, a fast pace, and an appreciation for a professional work environment
• At least 2 years experience in a professional kitchen, bakery, or hotel (high volume preferred)
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Knowledge of pastry fundamentals

All job applicants at this company who have been offered employment will need to undergo testing for the presence of illegal drugs as a condition for employment.