Pastry Cook

The Modern; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

USHG Digital Wallet access

Health coverage: medical, dental, and视

Paid time off & parental leave

401(k) matching

Life insurance & wellness services

Employee relief fund (HUGS)

Dining discount: 51%

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Learning & mentorship

Job summary

The Modern, a Michelin-starred restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, is seeking a Pastry Cook. You will prepare pastry items for service, maintain mise en place, and contribute to a culture of Enlightened Hospitality.

Join a team offering competitive hourly pay, health coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, and dining discounts among other benefits. 1+ year pastry experience required and English fluency preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience as a Pastry Cook.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality.
• Demonstrate understanding of baking and pastry techniques, production, and proper use of kitchen equipment.
• Maintain mise en place prepped, seasoned, and prepared to standards at service start.
• Maintain knowledge of seasonal ingredients used in our cuisine.
• Participate in service, restock stations, and assist with last-minute or special-order prep.
• Communicate effectively with all teams during the day and service.
• Keep a neat work area, follow recipes, portioning, storage, and FIFO to minimize waste.

Skills

Pastry Cook

English fluency

Job description

The Modern
9 W 53rd St
New York, NY 10019, USA

Description

The Modern is a Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art. The restaurant features refined, unexpectedly playful dishes that highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality in two distinct culinary experiences: a bold tasting or prix fixe menu in the dining room and an à la carte menu in the lively Bar Room. An extensive selection of wines showcases exceptional diversity and value in both classic and emerging regions.

The Modern holds two Michelin stars, a Three Star review in the New York Times, four James Beard Awards, and the Grand Award from Wine Spectator and is part of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group.

Who you are:

The Pastry Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food and pastry itemsfor service in the restaurant. You have a strong passion for food, technique, and an eagerness to learn more, which comes with the opportunity to build on your skills and grow as a leader in the kitchen.

What you'll do:

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
• Demonstrate an understanding of baking and pastry techniques, production, and proper use of kitchen equipment
• Consistently ensure that station mise en place is excellently prepped, seasoned, and prepared to the standards taught by restaurant’s culinary leaders by the beginning of service
• Maintain a sound and inquisitive working knowledge of common seasonal ingredients and retain new knowledge of ingredients used in our cuisine
• Effectively participate in a professionally run service period, restocking stations as needed and performing last minute or special-order prep needs with a calm sense of urgency
• Communicate effectively and hospitably with all teams throughout the day and throughout service
• Maintain an orderly and neat work area displaying calm professionalism to promote food quality and reduce waste. Follow all recipes, portioning, proper storage and FIFO to minimize waste

What we need from you:

• 1+ years experience as a Pastry Cook
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required

What you’ll get from us:

At Union Square Hospitality Group, extending Enlightened Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest ingredient . Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Pastry Cook, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay: Hourly rate of $18 - $21/hour
• Quick access to earnings: Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you'll have next-day access to earnings and flexible saving options
• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care
• Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work
• Invest in your future: A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savings
• Peace of mind: Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services
• Support in times of need: Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardship
• Dining Discount: A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved ones
• Convenience & flexibility:Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking
• Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality

Putting Enlightened Hospitality into Practice

Integral to our culture are our six behaviors. Our behaviors guide how we work together.

• We play to win with humble swagger.Hospitality is a team sport where everyone deserves an opportunity to thrive and belong
• Turn over the rocks and always be connecting dotsto build uplifting experiences and relationships
• Center the salt shakerwith an unwavering commitment to excellence and the values that matter most
• Write a great next chapter.The road to success is paved with mistakes well-handled
• Bring a charitable assumptionand err on the side of generosity
• Leave our campsite better than we found it;always responsible for the impact of our wake

*The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.

Join the team at The Modern!

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