Pastry Sous Chef
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated Pastry Sous Chef to join our growing Bon Appétit program at Google. This pivotal role holds direct responsibility for the quality, service, and overall experience within our dynamic pastry operation. As a Pastry Sous Chef, you will be instrumental in motivating, training, developing, and directing our talented team members to consistently deliver a wide variety of desserts, artisan pastries, and delightful sweet goods. While championing exceptional service and achieving daily goals, you will also oversee critical administrative and operational tasks, including vigilant financial management, inventory analysis, and rigorous health and safety protocols. The Pastry Sous Chef is a key contributor to culinary excellence, directly supporting and driving our commitment to operational excellence. Reporting to the Pastry Chef, you will leverage your technical expertise to forge strong partnerships with stakeholders, promoting Bon Appétit's high standards and elevating user expectations across all pastry offerings. Utilizing your expertise in diverse baking techniques, precise recipe alignment, and artistic decoration, you will consistently craft memorable treats that resonate with and delight our guests.
Requirements
- A Degree in Culinary Arts with a pastry specialization is preferred, not required.
- A minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience, gained within a similar high-volume, premium food service establishment.
- Value-driven leadership invoked by a profound sense of purpose and a responsibility to the craft.
- Passion for exceptional pastry arts, precise decorating skills, and an understanding of the science behind baking.
- Strong communication skills, capable of effectively guiding, motivating, and collaborating with a diverse team.
- Proficient working knowledge of Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
- Demonstrates elevated Health & Safety standards as a non-negotiable priority and possesses a keen interest in sustainable food practices.
- ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.
- Experience managing in a Union Environment is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Champion Food & Workplace Safety: Actively promote a robust culture of safety, ensuring meticulous adherence allergen management standards within the pastry department.
- Culinary Vision: Precisely follow all menu specifications, production guides, and prep expectations; diligently utilize opening/closing checklists to ensure consistent excellence.
- Lead Pastry Production: Oversee the preparation of a diverse range of pastry items-from morning viennoiserie to plated desserts—ensuring they perfectly complement and elevate our overall food operations.
- Model Engaging Hospitality: Set a leading example of genuinely friendly hospitality, ensuring that the pastry team’s interactions with guests are as high-quality as the products themselves.
- Inventory & Waste Stewardship: Provide essential support with weekly inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize food waste through precise production planning.
- Talent Development: Actively train, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a skilled, motivated, and inclusive pastry team.
- Support Sustainable Sourcing: Assist leadership in guaranteeing that all ingredients are purchased in strict accordance with sector standards and sustainability commitments.
- Ensure Policy Compliance: Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef to ensure all employee guidelines and Bon Appétit policies are meticulously implemented and consistently adhered to.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
