Pastry Cook

Altamarea; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent New York restaurant is seeking passionate Pastry Cooks to assist in pastry production and support the pastry team. Candidates should have a relevant baking/pastry degree or high-end restaurant experience and a strong commitment to growth. Join us for a rewarding experience in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Dining Discount

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in fine dining required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pastry production for high-volume fine dining.
• Maintain a clean workspace and produce top-quality desserts.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Work ethic

Education

Baking/Pastry degree

Job description

About Us:
53 introduces an elevated blend of Asian cuisine with a contemporary edge in a chic lifestyle setting. Featuring an exquisite marriage of Asian flavors and unique dishes, 53 is a New York restaurant conceived by the Founder Ahmass Fakahany and team behind highly-acclaimed NYC favoritesMarea and Ai Fiori.

The menu is spearheaded by acclaimed Singapore-born Chef Akmal Anuar, who began his culinary journey in his parents’ hawker stand in Singapore, led one of Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants (Asia’s No. 1) and created some of the top contemporary Asian restaurants in Dubai.

Designed byICRAVEin the heart of Midtown at 53 W 53rd St., the three-story space features a beautiful modern dining room, bustling by day and glowing by night, as well as an intimate private dining experience all underneath MoMA’s new extended wing. In the spirit of this iconic location, the globally renowned Friedrich Petzel Gallery is collaborating in a curatorial partnership to showcase an exciting rotating installation art program throughout the restaurant.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for passionate & dedicatedPASTRY COOKS to join the team. As the Pastry Cook, you will assist in Pastry Production for this high-volume fine dining Restuarant. The ideal candidate will have experience in fine dining, a passion for career growth. Be a part of this truly unique restaurant and work alongsideculinary pioneers.

Pastry Cook Responsibilities include:

• AM/PM service and/or production
• Working in a learning environment with room for professional development and growth
• Operating in a clean workspace and producing top-quality desserts to support the pastry team

Pastry Cook Requirements:

• Baking/Pastry degree or relevant high-end restaurant experience
• Able to handle a fast-paced environment and manage pressure well
• Responsible, respectful and team player
• Great work ethic and committed to being the best
• Physical requirements include: ability to lift and carry items up to 50lbs, and to stand, walk up and down stairs, and exert well-paced mobility for extended period of time
• Flexible schedule and open availability (full-time) to meet business needs

What We Offer

At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
• Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
• 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)

Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.