PASTRY CHEF (SEASONAL)

Compass Group USA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Restaurant Associates at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, GA is seeking a seasonal pastry chef to lead daily production of pastries, desserts, and baked goods. The role requires delivering high-quality items in line with established recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.

Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, coordinating with culinary teams, controlling food costs, and ensuring proper sanitation and safety across the pastry operation.

Qualifications

• Seasonal pastry chef position requiring prior experience.
• Experience handling pastry production and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Creates, plans and supervises daily production of pastries, desserts and baked goods.
• Oversees recipes, portion control, and presentation to meet standards.
• Maintains cleanliness and food safety in the pastry kitchen.
• Supervises pastry staff, including scheduling and training.
• Assists with seasonal menu planning and inventory management.

Skills

Pastry production

Food safety

Job description

Restaurant Associates

• We have an opening for seasonal PASTRY CHEF positions.
• Location: Georgia Aquarium - 225 Baker Street, Atlanta, GA 30313 Note: online applications acceptedonly.
• Schedule: Seasonal schedule. Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Experience required.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, [e-mail].

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Job Summary

Summary: Creates, plans and supervises the daily production of top-quality pastries, desserts and baked goods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises the daily production and distribution of all pastries, desserts and baked goods.
• Ensures recipes and standards are followed, food costs are controlled and appropriate quantity is prepared based on established production needs.
• Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
• Monitors and controls the maintenance and sanitation of the pastry kitchen and equipment to ensure a work environment that meets/exceeds federal, state and corporate standards and regulations.
• Supervises hourly kitchen/pastry associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action, as appropriate.
• Helps plan and implement seasonal menus.
• Orders and maintains pastry supplies and products to ensure appropriate inventory levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at RestaurantAssociates 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)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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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.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.