Pastry Prep Cook- Salt + Smoke

Salt + Smoke • Maryland Heights, MO

18h • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Pastry Prep Cook is responsible for all of the prepping, cooking, cutting, portioning, and packaging of desserts for the restaurants and catering orders. The Pastry Prep Cook cost effectively prepares quality food in safe and efficient compliance with proper food preparation and handling, policies and procedures. The Pastry Prep Cook reports any deviations from policies, procedures, brand standards and regulations to management. The goal is the restaurant 100% ready for operation and our clients.

Requirements

• Ability to be organized and capable of multi-tasking with efficiency.
• Basic pastry knowledge
• Prior experience focusing on desserts
• Ability to work in a face paced environment.
• Ability to stand and be on feet for extended periods of time in varied climate conditions.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 to 80 lbs frequently.
• Ability to go up and down stairs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Scheduled days and times may vary based on business needs.
• Ability to travel locally for outside catering functions as needed.
• Ability to use and learn different food preparation equipment as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year of cooking or kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the prep list created by the Chef to plan daily shift duties.
• Label and stock all ingredients on the shelves in an organized manner for easy accessibility.
• Measure all ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking to prepare and assist line cooks.
• Prepare all cooking ingredients by washing, chopping and cutting meat and vegetables.
• Prepare and assist with preparing the salads and other side dishes.
• Understand and comply with proper food preparation, cooking, handling and storage.
• Understand and comply with kitchen sanitation, safety and equipment usage.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Assist in putting away incoming orders and deliveries.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage – PPO and HSA Plans
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company Provided - Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company Provided - Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• FSA Dependent Care & Medical Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – With Employer Match
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Sick Time (for Full Time Salaried Besties)
• Part Time Paid Time Off (for eligible Part Time Hourly Besties)
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED