Executive Pastry Chef

Compass Group, North America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Occasions, part of Compass Group, seeks an Executive Pastry Chef to create and execute new and innovative dessert items for distribution to select locations. Lead pastry production, ensuring presentation, flavor, and quality exceed customer expectations while controlling food and labor costs.

Responsibilities include planning seasonal menus, managing inventory, and collaborating with the Bakery Manager to maintain safety and quality standards across all desserts.

Qualifications

• Experience baking assorted sweet foods on a large scale.
• Ability to follow recipes according to detailed specifications.
• Ability to train others as required.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and produce new and innovative baked goods, pastries, cakes, tortes, breads and desserts.
• Plan and implement seasonal menus.
• Manage pastry production and inventory; work with Bakery Manager on purchasing.
• Ensure recipes and specifications meet company standards; maintain quality and safety.

Skills

Large-scale baking

Time management

Communication (written & oral)

Team leadership

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in culinary arts or related

Certification (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

Occasions

Position Title: Director of Catering Sales

Salary: $140,000 to $160,000

Other Form sof Compensation: Bonus Eligible

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

a vision for creating remarkable events

FOOD FIRST. INSPIRED BY INGREDIENTS. GREAT SERVICE.

About our Company

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers has worked closely with our clients to create remarkable events. We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach to full-service catering with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to reflect your unique style, taste and vision. With over thirty years of experience, we have an unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed expectation and delight in every way. Occasions Caterers has a mission to have dedicated team members who support and work together to create exceptional catered experiences each and every day.

If you want to be a part of an exceptional team who values Excellence by setting the bar high, Integrity by living our values, Respect by valuing the contributions of every team member, Teamwork by supporting each other, and Innovation by keeping things exciting, please see our open position below.

Job Summary

Working as the Executive Pastry Chef will create and execute new and innovative dessert items for distribution to select locations. You will produce new and existing menu items on a consistent basis that exceed customer expectations in presentation, flavor, and quality. Additional responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities:

• Constantly create and produce new and innovative baked goods, pastries, cakes, tortes, breads, and desserts.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of seasonal menus.
• Produce and follow-up on all pastry production.
• Manage inventory and par-levels; communicate purchasing needs to Bakery Manager.
• Execute recipes, menus, and specifications in accordance with company standards.
• Consistently deliver quality food to every guest, every time.
• Ensure quality standards are always maintained.
• Achieves/maintains food & labor costs by accurately preparing food and working efficiently.
• Ensure all security, safety, and sanitation standards are achieved including adherence to federal, state, and local regulations (HACCP, FDA).
• Ensure all team members adhere to company guidelines as set forth by employee manuals.
• Display positive attitude toward team members.
• Promote cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale.
• Assist fellow team members when necessary.
• Work in restaurant and at Mazzone Hospitality commissary as needed and seasonally.

Job Requirements:

Technical Skills

• Experience baking assorted sweet foods on a large scale.
• Ability to follow recipes according to detailed specifications.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Comfortable communicating with employees at all levels and have ability to drive positive results.
• Ability to train others as required.
• Excellent time management skills required. Ability to handle multiple tasks without losing focus on priorities.
• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills required.
• Must be innovative and have ability to make changes to operations as needed to further improve work environment and performance.
• Servsafe Certified preferred (ability to obtain Servsafe Certification, if necessary).
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, ability to convert recipes from Metric to Imperial or Imperial to Metric.
• Early morning hour availability and late night availability.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift 50+ pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.

Qualifications:

• Experience creating and baking detailed and avant garde pastries.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Must be able to work alone and in a team environment.
• Must have a strong passion for baking and a sense of urgency.
• Must have a working knowledge of all aspects of pastry production on a large scale.
• Must be an artist, able to craft works from flour, butter and sugar.
• Must be able to create baked goods for specific diets.

Education

• Associates Degree or bachelor's degree in culinary arts or related field, desired.
• Certification, desired but not required.

Associates at Occasions are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• 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

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Occasions maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Occasions.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.