Pastry Chef - Morning Production Lead, Desserts

Morrison Living; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Medical, Dental, Vision

Commuter Benefits

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

Morrison Living in Durham is seeking a Pastry Chef for a full-time role at Croasdaile Village. You will create and supervise pastry production, ensuring top-quality desserts and baked goods for residents and events.

The position requires 4 years of culinary experience, with a 5:00 am to 1:30 pm schedule and rotating weekends. You will supervise pastry staff, ensure recipes and standards, and support seasonal menu planning.

Qualifications

• Requires 4 years of culinary experience.
• Experience in pastry production and pastry kitchen operations.
• Ability to supervise and develop pastry staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily production and distribution of pastries, desserts and baked goods.
• Ensures recipes and standards are followed, food costs controlled, and quantities meet production needs.
• Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and serving temperatures.
• Monitors sanitation and equipment upkeep to meet standards and regulations.
• Oversees hourly pastry staff, including scheduling, payroll, training and performance reviews.
• Assists in planning seasonal menus and initiatives.
• Orders and maintains pastry supplies to ensure inventory levels.

Skills

Pastry production

Staff supervision

Culinary experience

Job description

Morrison Living in Durham is seeking a Pastry Chef for a full-time role at Croasdaile Village. You will create and supervise pastry production, ensuring top-quality desserts and baked goods for residents and events.

The position requires 4 years of culinary experience, with a 5:00 am to 1:30 pm schedule and rotating weekends. You will supervise pastry staff, ensure recipes and standards, and support seasonal menu planning.