Pastry Chef

LINE Austin•Newtown, CT

About The Position

More than a group of hotels, the LINE is a creative community built around a sense of discovery — an exploration of a building, a neighborhood, and a culture. From Koreatown in LA to Adams Morgan in DC to downtown Austin, each property is architecturally interesting and chosen for its location in emerging neighborhoods in compelling cities. The LINE hotels are both reflective and responsive— shaped by the communities they are part of while also contributing something new to those places. The LINE properties are a collaboration of the best local and out-of-town talent in design, food and beverage, arts and culture. We are seeking a dynamic Pastry Chef to join our LINE Austin culinary team. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Requirements

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
Three (3) years related experience in hospitality or service industry preferred
Strong communication skills
Collaborative spirit
Ethical Conduct
Computer Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Opera PMS
Positive Attitude
Eye for Detail
Problem solving abilities

Responsibilities

Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times
Establish and maintain good communication and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel
Minimize number of accidents occurring from unsafe practices by ensuring applicable health and safety standards are understood and applied in the conduct of all work activities
Perform all duties in a safe manner and monitor the actions of others
Create and prepare dessert menu items with the Executive Chef and prepare dessert items before service begins, and plate items as they are requested during service
Responsible for breakfast, lunch, dinner, banquets and room service meal periods
Order food and supplies for all menus
Schedule all necessary baking staff to run and organized and efficient operation
Supervise and train bakers and other kitchen workers as they assist in the preparation of dessert items
Train other cooks/bakers in pastry techniques
Prepare baked goods such as breakfast breads and breads for the hot kitchen and dining room
Research and develop new recipes, test recipes in the kitchen to keep the menu up to date and interesting, and cost the recipe and submit to the Chef for approval
Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions
Maintain “open door” communication with employee
Ensure staff understands their job expectations before holding them accountable
Maintain awareness of documentation needed and retained in employee files
Be familiar with all safety and emergency procedures including OSHA requirements
Attend relevant meetings