Commissary - Pastry Chef

4595 Food Market Corp Dba Josephs Classic Market; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Vacations & Sick Days

20% Employee Discount

Bonus Programs for Management

Job summary

Joseph's Classic Market in Palm Beach Gardens, FL is seeking a Commissary Pastry Chef to lead bakery production and uphold high-quality standards while delivering an exceptional customer experience with pastries and desserts. This role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily production, ensuring FIFO, labeling, and freshness, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts Degree or Baking School certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commissary, banquet, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of baking principles and techniques.
• Bilingual candidates are strongly preferred.
• Ability to work well with others; passion for serving people.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities in the commissary, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards.
• Conduct daily inspections of coolers and fridges for FIFO compliance, proper labeling, and freshness.
• Monitor and support production staff in following recipes accurately to maintain consistent product quality.
• Decorate pastries and desserts to ensure a visually appealing and tasteful presentation.
• Guide staff in maintaining a clean and safe work environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Ensure bakery equipment is in good working condition and report issues promptly.
• Collaborate with Bakery Manager on hiring, training, and termination processes as needed.
• Maintain payroll and ordering costs to stay within budget parameters.
• Innovate and create new, unique recipes that align with Joseph's Classic Market's brand and customer preferences.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Bilingual

Education

Culinary Arts Degree / Baking Certification

Job description

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Commissary - Pastry Chef

Full Time Dept Mgmt Palm Beach Gardens, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3890

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Position: Commissary - Pastry Chef

Our Bakery Department is a favorite destination for Joseph's customers, offering irresistible treats that keep them coming back for more! As a Pastry Chef, you will lead the charge in overseeing bakery production, upholding our high-quality standards, and creating an exceptional customer experience with beautifully crafted pastries and desserts. This role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Routine Tasks:

• Assist with overseeing daily production activities in the commissary, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards
• Conduct daily inspections of coolers and fridges for FIFO (First In, First Out) compliance, proper labeling, and freshness
• Monitor and support production staff in following recipes accurately to maintain consistent product quality
• Decorate pastries and desserts to ensure a visually appealing and tasteful presentation
• Guide staff in maintaining a clean and safe work environment in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Ensure that all bakery equipment is in good working condition and report any issues promptly
• Collaborate with the Bakery Manager on hiring, training, and termination processes as needed
• Maintain payroll and ordering costs to stay within budget parameters
• Innovate and create new, unique recipes that align with Joseph's Classic Market's brand and customer preferences

Qualifications:

• Culinary Arts Degree or Baking School certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commissary, banquet, or related field
• Advanced knowledge of baking principles and techniques
• Bilingual candidates are strongly preferred
• Ability to work well with others
• A passion for serving people

A Pastry Chef performs their tasks primarily in the kitchen and is exposed to various temperature changes and work environments. Work involves walking, standing for prolonged periods, and lifting products weighing up to 50 pounds. Work also includes frequent interaction with fellow employees.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Vacations & Sick Days
• 20% Employee Discount
• Bonus Programs for Management

We'd love to tell you more.

If you have questions about the role, growth opportunities, or what it’s like to work in our Bakery department, we encourage you to reach out. We’re always happy to share more about how you can learn, grow, and thrive at Joseph's Classic Market.