Pastry Sous Chef
About The Position
The Pastry Sous Chef works alongside the management team to lead and oversee our hourly pastry team through the daily high-volume production in the kitchen. This role requires a hands-on approach, where the Pastry Sous Chef will actively participate in production while also upkeeping administrative responsibilities and people management skills. This individual will assist in menu development, recipe testing, and working alongside the pastry team in daily production. This individual is expected to develop an understanding of ordering and inventory procedures and must have a good sense of food and labor cost, as they directly affect monthly and yearly revenue.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of Pastry experience in large scale format baking, commissary, catering or hotel preferred
- 1-2 years management experience preferred
- Good communication skills: ability to understand, follow and delegate written and verbal instruction
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective time management
- Ability to motivate, educate and empower the team
- Emotional Awareness under pressure
- Being comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Experience with systems development and implementation
- Punctual and reliable attendance
- Knowledge and understanding of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the hourly pastry team through daily high-volume production.
- Actively participate in production.
- Manage administrative responsibilities.
- Assist in menu development and recipe testing.
- Develop an understanding of ordering and inventory procedures.
- Manage food and labor costs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- 401(k)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
