Pastry Cook Hourly

Boka Restaurant Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Boka Restaurant Group is seeking a Pastry Cook to join their Banquets team. The ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 years of experience and availability for mid and evening shifts, ensuring exceptional service and quality in food preparation.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package

Employer-sponsored mental health program

Paid sick leave

401(k) program

Career mentorship and growth potential

Dining incentives across our 20+ establishments

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of previous Pastry Cook experience.
• Availability for mid and evening shifts, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastry and food products, including portioning and plating.
• Inspect and maintain food prep areas for safety and sanitation.
• Conduct tastings to ensure consistency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Job description

Boka Restaurant Group and the Chicago Athletic Association are currently seeking a Pastry Cook to join our Banquets team!

The ideal candidate will have at least one to two years of previous Pastry Cook experience. Availability for mid and evening shifts is required, including holidays and weekends.

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days)
• Employer-sponsored mental health and resource program
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) program
• Career mentorship and growth potential
• Dining incentives across our 20+ establishments

About Boka Restaurant Group

Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, partnered with some of America's greatest chefs. We believe genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place. We support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare pastry and food products, including portioning, plating, and garnishing.
• Inspect and maintain food prep areas for safety and sanitation.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperatures.
• Check the freshness of ingredients and rotate stock accordingly.
• Follow recipes and standard portion sizes.
• Handle, store, and rotate food products per policies.
• Bake and cook food according to recipes.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients accurately.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food for presentation.
• Test food for quality and doneness.
• Conduct tastings to ensure consistency.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnishing standards.
• Prepare fruits and vegetables for cooking.
• Assist in food prep during off-peak hours and busy periods.
• Close the kitchen following the checklist.
• Maintain communication with the culinary team.
• Ensure grooming and uniform standards are met.
• Handle guest allergies with utmost seriousness and follow allergy protocols.
• Comply with safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Attend meetings and suggest improvements.
• Support guest service standards as needed.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Lift and move weights up to 50 pounds.
• Use tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Stand and walk for entire shifts, including stairs and uneven surfaces.
• Work in hot and cold environments, and handle cleaning chemicals safely.

Expectations

• Provide exceptional guest service and go above expectations.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and communicate effectively.
• Be flexible and adaptable to changing needs.
• Hold yourself accountable and responsible for your actions.
• Think quickly and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Boka Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer.