Pastry Chef

Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi•Bellevue, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Elevate your culinary career by teaming up with the Premier Steakhouse in the Bellevue area. In this upscale environment, specializing in Prime Steaks and Global Seafood, you will be surrounded by first-class team members and have opportunities for upward growth. We are currently looking for an experienced full-time Pastry Chef. Primary duties for this position will be dessert design, preparation, and plating in a fast-paced environment. We are open 7 days a week serving lunch and dinner. Candidates need to be friendly, hardworking, team players, and flexible.

Requirements

Ability to create recipes for new desserts.
Minimum 3 years experience leading a team.
Ability to work long days when necessary, based on Company needs.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Knowledge of and ability to consistently prepare all food recipes and sub-recipes as instructed by the Executive Chef and/or General Manager.
Ability to communicate effectively in English with all levels of employees in both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
Ability to expedite tickets accurately and timely, and read/understand the kitchen monitors or printed tickets, behind the cooks’ line.
A basic understanding of proper cooling and storing practices per health department rules and regulations.
Ability to follow directions in a fast-paced environment; manage time effectively, and work well in a team environment.
Must have at all times during employment, a valid Washington State Health Card and any other government-required cards.
A desire to learn, grow, and a passion for progress in this career.

Nice To Haves

Bread making and chocolate work experience preferred.
Knowledge of costing and ordering inventory preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares dessert orders for guests using prescribed recipes and standards.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment, including kitchen walk-in coolers and storage room, and upholds the Washington State Department of Health standards.
Conceptualizes and executes all dessert items; prepares baked and cold goods as needed.
Communicates any problems or situations detrimental to property to the Manager on Duty.
When applicable, interacts with guests in a manner that makes them feel comfortable and welcome.
Decorates and presents pastries, baked goods, and other desserts in a tasteful way.
Works with a sense of urgency to meet guests’ demands in a timely fashion.
Uses the equipment associated with the position, including but not limited to cookware, dishwashing machines, kitchen monitors, kitchen printers, and POS terminals.
Develops new seasonal recipes in alignment with savory menus and industry trends.
Performs any and all other duties as assigned by the company.