Pastry Cook
About The Position
Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta serves seasonal, inspired cooking, and offers stunning views of New York City, its bridges, and waterways. Manhatta is a restaurant and full-service event space from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with down-to-earth hospitality. The Pastry Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food and pastry items for service in the restaurant. You have a strong passion for food, technique, and an eagerness to learn more, which comes with the opportunity to build on your skills and grow as a leader in the kitchen.
Requirements
- 1+ years experience as a Pastry Cook in a restaurant
- Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
- English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
- Demonstrate an understanding of baking and pastry techniques, production, and proper use of kitchen equipment
- Consistently ensure that station mise en place is excellently prepped, seasoned, and prepared to the standards taught by restaurant’s culinary leaders by the beginning of service.
- Maintain a sound and inquisitive working knowledge of common seasonal ingredients and retain new knowledge of ingredients used in our cuisine.
- Effectively participate in a professionally run service period, restocking stations as needed and performing last minute or special-order prep needs with a calm sense of urgency.
- Communicate effectively and hospitably with all teams throughout the day and throughout service.
- Maintain an orderly and neat work area displaying calm professionalism to promote food quality and reduce waste. Follow all recipes, portioning, proper storage and FIFO to minimize waste.
- Perform additional responsibilities as needed and other duties as assigned to support team objectives and operational success
Benefits
- Hourly rate of $21 - $24/hour
- Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you'll have next-day access to earnings and flexible saving options
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care
- Generous paid time off and paid parental leave
- A matched 401(k) plan
- Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
- A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants
- Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking
- Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
