Pastry Cook — Craft Desserts in a Dynamic Kitchen

RPM Italian - D.C.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant discounts

EAP & Wellness

Paid vacation

BCBS insurance

Dental & vision

Life & accident protection

Domestic partner benefits

401(k)

Job summary

RPM Italian - D.C. is seeking passionate Pastry Cooks to join our culinary team.

You will assist in the preparation, production and presentation of baked goods, pastries and desserts in a fast-paced, upscale environment. Candidates should be able to work a variety of hours including weekends, maintain food safety and quality standards, read thermometers, communicate clearly, and thrive as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Prepare, produce and present pastries/baked goods and/or desserts according to prescribed recipes.
• Available to work a variety of hours, including weekends.
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives.
• Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently.
• Communicate any delays or issues to coordination staff.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards.
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions.
• Accurately account for all items coming out of the station.
• Maintain menu item counts and communicate to management when quantities fall below minimum.
• Get along well with others and be a team player.

Skills

Pastry production

Food safety

Multitasking

Team player

Clear communication

Job description

RPM Italian - D.C. is seeking passionate Pastry Cooks to join our culinary team.

You will assist in the preparation, production and presentation of baked goods, pastries and desserts in a fast-paced, upscale environment. Candidates should be able to work a variety of hours including weekends, maintain food safety and quality standards, read thermometers, communicate clearly, and thrive as part of a collaborative team.