Assistant Pastry Chef

The Glass Jar•Santa Cruz, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Penny Ice Creamery Assistant Pastry Chef is the primary person of support for the Kitchen Manager and is able to proficiently execute all production needs in the kitchen. This individual possesses enthusiasm and passion for the culinary and pastry arts. They are a hands-on “doer” that enjoys working with their hands to create delectable made-from-scratch treats. This person finds fulfillment in creating delicious confections every day, including; ice cream, sorbet, praline, fruit compotes and syrups, pastries, marshmallows and meringues, chocolate and caramel sauces, and more! Higher level functions include: ordering, inventory/ waste management, production scheduling, guiding kitchen staff towards defined outcomes. The Assistant Pastry Chef works closely with the Kitchen Manager to ensure product quality meets The Penny Ice Creamery’s strict quality standards at all times, that production facility cleanliness and sanitation protocols are maintained at all times, and that production needs are consistently met within clearly defined parameters. They are highly organized, and able to execute their tasks with precision while maintaining a fast pace in a kitchen environment. They serve as a role model for kitchen staff and are an exemplar of work ethic, commitment, and professionalism. The Penny Ice Creamery Assistant Pastry Chef will operate all kitchen equipment including our Emery Thompson Batch Ice Cream Freezer and our Pasteurizer. Once hired and trained on making ice cream, we will train this person how to pasteurize. This person must pass a proctored exam with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to obtain a pasteurization license. Anyone with a current pasteurization license is encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Obtain a pasteurization license with the CDFA once hired.
Demonstrated interest and passion for culinary advancement.
Demonstrated kitchen skills (fundamental and technical).
Able to lift 50lbs repeatedly.
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated success and desire to work in and lead a fast-paced, high-volume, and hands-on environment.
Ability to give and receive feedback professionally.
Emotional intelligence, active listening, compassion, adaptability, critical thinking.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to work 30+ hours a week consistently.
Flexibility with scheduling; ability to work mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Management experience in a food service establishment is a plus.
Anyone with a current pasteurization license is encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Execute all production needs in the kitchen.
Create ice cream, sorbet, praline, fruit compotes and syrups, pastries, marshmallows and meringues, chocolate and caramel sauces, and more.
Ordering.
Inventory/ waste management.
Production scheduling.
Guiding kitchen staff towards defined outcomes.
Ensure product quality meets The Penny Ice Creamery’s strict quality standards.
Maintain production facility cleanliness and sanitation protocols.
Meet production needs within clearly defined parameters.
Operate kitchen equipment including Emery Thompson Batch Ice Cream Freezer and Pasteurizer.
Obtain a pasteurization license with the CDFA once hired.