Master Cook - Beauty & Essex

Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; Mohegan (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun in Connecticut is seeking a Pastry Cook to ensure quality and consistency of all pastry items within a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment. You will follow recipes, maintain cleanliness, and support the culinary team to deliver exceptional desserts and pastries.

The ideal candidate has at least four years of culinary experience in a high-volume operation, or two years of culinary training plus two years of experience, and is capable of working flexible shifts and

Qualifications

• Four years of culinary experience in a high-volume food & beverage operation; or two years of culinary training plus two years of experience.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and co-workers in English.
• One year of pastry experience preferred or culinary school.
• Experience in a high-volume culinary operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in company handbook.
• Execute assigned pastry recipes to company standards.
• Handle allergy and dietary restrictions and modifications for guests.
• Assist in inventory and prep lists; set up stations and opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Culinary experience

Pastry experience

English communication

Education

Culinary training

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIESIF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITEPosition Summary:This position is responsible for ensuring quality, consistency, production, and execution of all food menu items. Interacts with fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality. Occasionally may assumes a leadership role in the absence of the Chef in charge.Primary Duties and Responsibilities: includes but not limited to:Responsible for maintaining professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook.Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to execute them to company standard.Anticipates and accommodate the needs of the guests.Handles all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.Assists in taking inventory and creating daily prep list.Accurately follows all orders received from the POS system and/or direction from the expeditor.Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station, the kitchen and the entire venue.Follows supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to execute them to company standard.Possesses general knowledge of the venue.Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.Communicates product needs to the chefs, sous chefs and the support staff.Responsible for checking cover counts, BEOs and/or Fire Sheets.Responsible for properly setting-up stations and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management.Stocks station with prescribed supplies.Sets “mise en place” following FIFO and company standards.Wipes down and sanitizes station.Performs opening side-work as prescribed.Performs closing side-work as prescribed.Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for Reports all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.Learns by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.Portrays a positive and professional attitude.Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.Minimum Education and Qualifications:Four years of culinary experience in a high volume, food and beverage operation or two years of culinary training plus two years of experience may be consideredMust be able to effectively communicate with guests and co-workers in EnglishOne year of previous pastry experience preferred or culinary school.Experience in a high-volume culinary operation preferred.Competencies: Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position:Knowledge of Mohegan Sun corporate and department policies and proceduresDemonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of kitchen equipmentIntermediate working knowledge of food preparation and handlingAbility to read recipes and follow written directionsTraining Requirements:Must complete all appropriate Human Resources Manager Training courses.Tao Group Hospitality in-venue Pastry Cook training and Food Handling Certificate.Understanding of Time & Attendance system and Manager Self Service systems.Understanding of health and sanitation guidelinesPhysical Demands and Work Environment:Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary.Work Shift:RegularKnock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity!.Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. \"Native American\" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.