Pastry Cook

Major Food Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Pastry Cook to join their team at a renowned Italian-American restaurant in New York. This role involves creating exquisite pastry items, overseeing junior staff, and ensuring the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness and organization. With a focus on fine dining, the ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and a passion for pastry arts. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a vibrant culinary environment that celebrates Italian heritage and hospitality.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Growth Opportunities

Progressive Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Dining Allowance

Unlimited Referral Program

TransitChek Discount

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants preferred.
• Culinary diploma in Pastry Arts or equivalent experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare all pastry items as required by the business.
• Oversee a team of junior pastry cooks and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Team-oriented

Strong communication skills

Pastry arts knowledge

Education

Culinary diploma in Pastry Arts

Job description

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Major Food Group is coming back full circle to Mulberry St. with the opening of Torrisi, just a few blocks from the original Torrisi Italian Specialties, where it all began. Located in the historic Puck Building, Torrisi, a love letter to Little Italy, proudly presents an Italian-American restaurant with an extensive wine program, a New York-Italian cocktail bar and a luxe deli. Chef Rich Torrisi presides over an open kitchen and presents showstopping dishes, with many prepared or finished tableside to engender warm and welcoming hospitality.

MFG is hiring experienced PM Pastry Cook with a strong work ethic to help set and maintain the highest standards of cuisine and professionalism. Fine dining experience is required for this role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and prepare all pastry items as required by the business
• Prepare, clean and organize ingredients for use in the kitchen
• Come up with recipe ideas from scratch
• Plan the menu of desserts and pastry to complement savory items
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitized at all times
• Oversee a team of junior pastry cooks and other staff members as necessary
• Maintain up to date knowledge about pastry arts and ingredients
• Carry out administrative duties to maintain an efficient workspace
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants preferred but not required
• Culinary diploma with a concentration in Pastry Arts or equivalent in experience strongly preferred
• PM availability required
• Team-orientated and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills a must
  
  

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
• Growth Opportunities
• Progressive Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Allowance
• Unlimited Referral Program
• TransitChek Discount
  
  

Compensation: $20 - $22 hourly based on experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.

More detail about Torrisi part of Major Food Group, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/2294-Torrisi

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Restaurants

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