Pastry Assistant

NWA Daily LLC; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) is seeking a Pastry Assistant to learn from a seasoned Pastry Chef, prep and bake desserts, and help execute the pastry vision while honing your skills.

You'll prepare all dessert items, adhere to recipe cards, and maintain a clean station in a fast-paced kitchen. A minimum of one year pastry kitchen experience, teamwork, and a flexible schedule are required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of pastry kitchen experience.
• Ability to read and follow standard recipe cards.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all dessert and baked items per the menu and recipe cards.
• Adhere to portion sizes, cooking methods and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary workstation and assist the Pastry Chef as needed.
• Notify Pastry or Executive Chef of shortages or equipment issues.

Skills

Pastry experience

Team player

Recipe following

Food safety basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ovens

Mixers

Job description

Welcome to The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG), where hospitality is more than a job; it's a family, a lifestyle, and an exciting journey. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart!

Why Us:

Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer,IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever.

THE ROLE

You can’t remember a time when you weren’t excited by an expertly produced soufflé, and few things in life get you more excited than a perfect southern biscuit. As a Pastry Assistant, you’ll get to learn from a seasoned Pastry Chef; you’ll prep and bake pastry and baked goods, executing the Pastry Chef’s vision while honing your skills.

What we will ask of you:

• Prepare all dessert and baked good items on the menu using our Standard Recipe Card for preparation of all products
• Adhere to standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures and perform other related duties as assigned by the Pastry Chef or manager-on-duty
• Complete a Daily Prep List and Closing Checklist for each shift for assigned duties while maintaining a clean and sanitary work station, adhering to all DHEC regulations; this includes tables, shelves, walls, ovens, pastry/dessert equipment and refrigeration equipment
• Promptly report all product shortages, equipment problems or food quality issues to Pastry Chef or Executive Chef

Requirements for Success:

• A minimum of one year experience in a pastry kitchen, preparing and cooking
• Have a positive energy, be ready to assist fellow support staff and work as a team player
• Must be able to speak, read and understand basic baking and cooking directions
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers, employees, and all guests
• A flexible schedule to work days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Constant standing/walking with occasional stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, or lifting
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing hospitality team.
• Fast-paced and rewarding work environment.

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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