Pastry Chef de Partie

AccorHotel • Austin, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pastry Chef de Partie is responsible for leading and supervising a team of cooks, ensuring high productivity and efficient execution of service. This role involves understanding all menu items, preparing food according to recipes and standards, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The Chef de Partie also plays a key role in upholding health and safety standards, managing product rotation to minimize waste, and contributing to a positive team dynamic. They are expected to actively participate in daily briefings, share ideas for improvement, and ensure all kitchen colleagues are aware of and adhere to standards.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly responsible & reliable.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
• Constant standing and walking throughout shift.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting.
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps.

Responsibilities

• Understand and demonstrate commitment to 'Our Culinary Culture'.
• Act as a leader/supervisor of the team, delegating, prioritizing, and assigning duties to Cook positions.
• Supervise colleagues to ensure the highest level of production and efficient execution of service.
• Demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to motivate colleagues and ensure a cohesive team and efficient operation.
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, syllabus, daily features, and promotions.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes and standards, including quality checks and tasting.
• Ensure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations.
• Communicate, monitor, and delegate EHC and Servesafe standards.
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Operate the station and set up colleagues for success on days off.
• Actively share ideas, opinions, and suggestions in daily shift briefings.
• Liaise daily with Chefs to maintain open communication regarding guest feedback.
• Continually strive to improve food preparation and presentations.
• Ensure kitchens follow set recycling, compost, and landfill procedures.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Complimentary shift meal
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Educational Assistance for further development
• Opportunity to develop talent and grow within the property and across the world
• Ability to make a difference through Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Sustainability Committee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed