Pastry Cook

New CHG US Holdings LLC • New York, NY

7h

About The Position

Reporting to the Culinary Leader, the Pastry Cook will be responsible for creating and executing various desserts to standard in a restaurant setting. Excellent hand-eye coordination and a wealth of culinary knowledge is required.

Requirements

• 2 years experience as pastry cook, baker or relevant role preferred
• Fully understand and embody PLANTA’s can-do attitude, demonstrating a level of passion and dedication where no task is beneath you.
• Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations such as gluten free or sugarless items and ability to substitute accordingly
• Ability to measure correctly, proper mixing and blending skills are required
• Understand the basics of design with the creative ability to create visually appealing pastries
• Strong attention to detail and maintaining a clean and organized work space is essential
• Ability to follow recipes and create new and innovative desserts that appeal to our customers
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to properly manage your time while coordinating with other employees of the kitchen staff
• Exude positivity and possess a welcoming and enthusiastic can-do attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Results-oriented and impeccably organized
• Strong attention to detail
• Have extensive knowledge on cooking temperatures and general food safety regulations
• Full time flexible hours are required (days, nights, weekends, holidays)

Nice To Haves

• Plant-based, vegan or vegetarian experience is an asset
• Culinary degree/diploma and/or the equivalent in education and experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Champions the brand’s vision and values and contribute to a culture of positivity and high standards where all employees CHASE perfection in everything they do
• Create an environment that is warm, welcoming and filled with positivity for guests and employees
• Uphold our standards at all times and treat everyone with courtesy and respect
• Create mouth-watering pastries that elicit a wow factor from our customers
• Bake treats, fancy cakes and delicious breads
• Assist in creating new and exciting recipes that are seasonal and contemporary
• Strong ability to follow current recipes
• Monitor stocks for baking ingredients and make appropriate orders within budget
• Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
• Ability to properly manage your time and delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Remain current with food safety standards
• Promote and maintain a clean and safe work area at all times

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance offered for PLANTA employees.
• Work/life balance is a priority — annual PTO starts 90 days  after date of employment.
• No limit on referral bonuses for sending Leadership and Team Members our way, paid after 180 days of successful employment.
• 50% off delicious plant-powered food at all full-service PLANTA concepts: PLANTA, PLANTA Queen, and PLANTA Cocina.
• Exciting career growth & development opportunities as part of an ever-expanding company: new restaurants and new positions are always on the horizon.

What This Job Offers

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