Assistant Pastry Chef

CORIANDER LEAF PTE LTD; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Pastry Chef Assistant to support new pastry product development and maintain quality standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The position requires collaboration with the Pastry Chef and involves stock management and adherence to hygiene protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in restaurant or production.
• Experience with pastry preparation methods is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pastry Chef in product development and recipe modification.
• Maintain hygiene and quality standards in food preparation.
• Conduct inventory checks and control waste.

Skills

Pastry technical skills

Knowledge of preparation methods

Team collaboration

Independence

Job description

Responsibilities and Duties

・Assist Pastry Chef to develop new pastry and dessert products, or modification of existing products and recipes

• Check event & catering order on daily basis

・Assist in pastry preparation according to restaurant’s standard of quality, recipes, and standard operating procedures

・Ensure food handling, storage, and hygiene are in accordance with SFA’s standards

・Assist with ordering stocks as and when required and ensure adequate provision of ingredients, equipment, inventory, and supplies

・Maintain proper stock and storage for smooth running of operations

・ Check and receive goods to ensure items are in fresh quality and accurate weight as ordered

・Work closely with the team for day-to-day operation controlling the quality standard of raw materials

・Conduct monthly inventory check and record any food wastage

・Minimize wastage of ingredients and kitchen activities on a regular basis

・Upkeep hygiene, safety and maintenance of kitchen and equipment

・Other duties as assigned by Pastry Chef

Requirements

must have at least 2 years of restaurant or production experience

* Prior relevant experience in handling pastry technical skills

* Knowledge of various preparation methods in relation to pastry making

* Able to work independently as well as in a team