Pastry Chef

NBCUniversal • Universal City, TX

269d • $80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Pastry Chef reports directly to the Executive Sous Chef of Production Kitchen. This Chef has advanced knowledge of culinary trends, proficiency in culinary techniques, and a proven passion for culinary innovation. The Chef will bring expertise in flavor development and culinary executions and be a crucial part of the Innovation Team.

Requirements

• Advanced pastry and baking skills, including preparation and flavor pairings
• Proven passion for pastry innovation
• Detailed oriented with strong analytical skills
• Experience with product development
• Ability to create unique recipes
• Time management and organization
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local food handling regulations
• Comfortable training, directing, and supervising
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in culinary pastry services
• A Culinary Arts degree is preferred
• A food manager certificate is required
• Advanced understanding of the culinary pastry arts
• Advanced time management and organization
• Ability to work during holidays, days, nights, and weekends

Responsibilities

• Provides visionary leadership and management of the pastry development process from product creation through implementation
• Collaborate with Research and Development along with Executive Sous Chef on updating seasonal dessert menus
• Staying current on developing trends in the restaurant industry and being able to apply trending ingredients and flavors that support relevant Guest demographics
• Identifying and introducing new pastry and baking techniques
• Ensure all desserts and baked goods meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation
• Modify existing products and processes to align with new menus and equipment
• Generate innovative product ideas and recipes that support short- and long-term goals
• Create, innovate, and develop new initiatives that continuously improve quality, process, and cost
• Support with administrative work and other duties/projects as assigned
• Collaborates with sourcing to analyze and recommend new products as well as maintain vendor relationships
• Develops standards, processes, and tools to assist in delivering consistent culinary products
• Guides and supports the culinary team in implementing and adhering to company standards, processes, and systems
• Develop and maintain consistent and comprehensive training sessions
• Monitors guest, partners, and internal feedback and takes corrective action to ensure highest quality and Guest satisfaction

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree