Pastry Chef de Cuisine

Compass Group•Kirkland, WA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

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, This is R/A ! We are seeking a dedicated Pastry Chef de Cuisine to join our growing Bon Appétit Pastry program. This pivotal role holds direct responsibility for the quality, service, and overall experience within our dynamic pastry operation. As a Pastry Chef de Cuisine, you will be instrumental in motivating, training, developing, and directing our talented team members to consistently deliver a wide variety of desserts, artisan pastries, and delightful sweet goods. While championing exceptional service and achieving daily goals, you will also oversee critical administrative and operational tasks, including vigilant financial management, inventory analysis, and rigorous health and safety protocols. The Pastry Chef de Cuisine is a key contributor to culinary excellence, directly supporting and driving our commitment to operational excellence. You will leverage your technical expertise to forge strong partnerships with stakeholders, promoting Bon Appétit's high standards and elevating user expectations across all pastry offerings. Utilizing your expertise in diverse baking techniques, precise recipe alignment, and artistic decoration, you will consistently craft memorable treats that resonate with and delight our guests.

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of kitchen supervisory experience, gained within a similar high-volume, premium food service establishment.
Value-driven leadership invoked by a profound sense of purpose and a responsibility to the craft.
Passion for exceptional pastry arts, precise decorating skills, and an understanding of the science behind baking.
Strong communication skills, capable of effectively guiding, motivating, and collaborating with a diverse team.
Proficient working knowledge of Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
Demonstrates elevated Health & Safety standards as a non-negotiable priority and possesses a keen interest in sustainable food practices.
ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.
Experience managing in a Union Environment is a plus.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Culinary Arts with a pastry specialization is preferred, or equivalent professional pastry/baking experience.

Responsibilities

Champion Food & Workplace Safety: Actively promote a robust culture of safety, ensuring meticulous adherence allergen management standards within the pastry department.
Culinary Vision: Precisely follow all menu specifications, production guides, and prep expectations; diligently utilize opening/closing checklists to ensure consistent excellence.
Lead Pastry Production: Oversee the preparation of a diverse range of pastry items-from morning viennoiserie to plated desserts—ensuring they perfectly complement and elevate our overall food operations.
Model Engaging Hospitality: Set a leading example of genuinely friendly hospitality, ensuring that the pastry team’s interactions with guests are as high-quality as the products themselves.
Inventory & Waste Stewardship: Provide essential support with weekly inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize food waste through precise production planning.
Talent Development: Actively train, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a skilled, motivated, and inclusive pastry team.
Support Sustainable Sourcing: Assist leadership in guaranteeing that all ingredients are purchased in strict accordance with sector standards and sustainability commitments.
Ensure Policy Compliance: Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef to ensure all employee guidelines and Bon Appétit policies are meticulously implemented and consistently adhered to.