Pastry Cook

Jose Andres Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

50% off food at all restaurants

Flexible Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading culinary group in Washington, DC is seeking a passionate Pastry Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. Responsibilities include prepping and running stations during busy service while ensuring food safety and quality. The ideal candidate will possess excellent culinary skills and thrive in a collaborative environment. The position offers competitive pay with industry-leading benefits, including flexible schedules and career advancement opportunities. A passion for innovation and learning in food preparation is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Knowledgeable about menu items and recipes.
• Must be able to stand and exert mobility for up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Prep and run a station during busy service.
• Prepare and reproduce menu items to exceed guest expectations.
• Collaborate with kitchen team effectively under pressure.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of food safety guidelines

Manual dexterity

Job description

Pastry Cook

José Andrés restaurants have always been centered around our original mission, Change the World through the Power of Food! From fast casual to fine dining and everything in between, JAG’ers know they all play a critical role in overall success of our brands.

What we would like from you:

• Leverage culinary skills, experience and technique to confidently prep and run a station during busy service.
• Seamlessly work with an energetic and positive kitchen team to prepare and reproduce menu items, which will exceed our guest’s expectations.
• A passion for continuous learning and discovery by embracing an active and innovative approach to expanding your knowledge of food and beverage.
• Understand all ingredients as they pertain to each recipe and preparation of each authentic menu item

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive Pay with industry leading benefits
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and even insurance for your pets
• 50% off food at any of our restaurants
• Flexible Schedules
• Fun, Dynamic, Innovative atmosphere
• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement opportunities

At The José Andrés Group of restaurants every endeavor is driven by the importance we place in our missions and core values. The diverse array of restaurants that make up José Andrés Group span cuisines and cultures, price points, and service styles. From two 2-Michelin-starred restaurants to game-changing small plates restaurants to fast‑casual eateries and a food hall, the company offers unparalleled culinary experiences for every taste. Our restaurants serve a wide variety of global cuisines, including Spanish, American, Mexican, Greek, Peruvian and beyond, each one telling the unique stories gathered by José and the José Andrés Group team through years of travel, research, experimentation and inspiration.

JoseAndresGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

Skills & Conditions

• Ability Knowledge of workstation set up and maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhere to food safety guidelines, and collaborate with the kitchen staff to meet the restaurant’s menu needs.
• Thorough knowledge of menu items and recipes.
• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment and to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must have problem solving abilities, be self‑motivated, and organized.
• This position will spend 100% of the time standing or walking.
• Must be able to stand and exert well‑paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
• Must be able to exert well‑paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• Must be able to lift up to 30lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• May be required to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating supervisors and other employees.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.