Pastry Cook - New Venue Opening New York

Tao Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is opening a new pastry concept in a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The Pastry Cook will manage the pastry station, oversee workflow, and ensure desserts and pastries leave the kitchen on time while maintaining the highest quality.

You will work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting, collaborating with chefs and expeditors, while upholding sanitation standards and company guidelines. A minimum of one year pastry experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of baking or pastry experience required; relevant education or equivalent Tao Group Hospitality related experience required.
• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge preferred.
• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the pastry station workflow and ensure timely service from start to finish.
• Maintain quality and consistency of all pastry items and demonstrate knowledge of kitchen operations.
• Follow FIFO and mise en place practices; assist and support teammates as needed.

Job description

Pastry Cook - New Venue Opening New York

New York, NY, United States

Job Description

Now hiring for a new Tao Group Hospitality concept coming to a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan's NoMad district, early 2027.

R esponsible for the station's workflow and ensuring meals get out on time by overseeing the cooking process from start to finish and determining how much time each step requires. Ensures quality and consistency of all food menu items, as well as demonstrates knowledge of all areas of the kitchen.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.

Handles all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.

Prepare all restaurants foods, hot and cold. Responsible for working in all aspects of food preparation.

Accurately follows all orders received from the POS system and/or directions from the expeditor.

Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station.

Follow supervisor’s instructions, and communicate with and support co- workers, while being a team player.

Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to execute them to company standards.

Possesses general knowledge of the venue.

Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.

Communicates product needs to the chefs and the support staff.

Required to check cover counts, BEOs, and/or Fire Sheets.

Properly sets-up station and performs opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:

Stocks station with prescribed supplies.

Sets \"mise en place\" following FIFO and company standards.

Wipes down and sanitizes station .

Completes opening duties as assigned or directed.

Completes closing duties as assigned or directed.

Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.

Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).

Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.

Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.

Portrays a positive and professional attitude.

Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.

Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

Assist and / or complete additional tasks as assigned.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

Minimum of 1 year of baking or pastry experience required; relevant education or equivalent Tao Group Hospitality related experience required.

Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge preferred.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate

Must be able to move quickly

Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume

Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment

Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials

Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment

May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required

Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards

Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment