Pastry Cook - Uchi Washington DC

Haihospitality; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with employer match

Dining discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Hai Hospitality in Washington, DC is seeking a Pastry Cook to join our kitchen team focused on dessert production for dinner service. You will bake, create sauces, chocolate work, and other pastry duties in a morning to mid-afternoon shift (7am–3pm). Prior pastry experience is preferred.

We offer medical/dental/vision insurance, an employee assistance program, a 401(k) with employer match, dining discounts, and opportunities for growth as we promote from within.

Qualifications

• Previous pastry production experience is preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with guests and coworkers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen and in various temperatures.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and proper storage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce desserts for dinner service.
• Bake, sauce work and chocolate work as part of pastry production.
• Maintain kitchen safety and cleanliness.
• Assist with inventory and restocking as needed.

Skills

Guest communication

Safety awareness

Lift 50 lbs

Stand long hours

Fast-paced environment

Kitchen equipment safety

Team collaboration

Hygienic appearance

Job description

Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for Pastry Cooks . In this role, you will serve as vital member of our kitchen team to create amazing dining experiences for our guests. We offer gainful employment as well as great opportunities to grow with the organization long-term! Our Pastry team focuses on dessert production to prepare for dinner service, which can include baking, sauce work, chocolate work, and more. This is a morning to mid afternoon shift, with hours typically ranging from 7am to 3pm. Previous experience with pastry production is preferred.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
• Employer Matched 401k Savings plan
• Opportunity to grow -- we promote from within almost exclusively
• Dining discounts

Basic Qualifications

• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employees
• Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards
• Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking duties
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
• Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements
• Ability to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, such as ovens, grills, and knives
• Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces
• Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs
• Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area
• Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors
• Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming
• Understand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkers
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions

The Hai Experience

Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. It's about hospitality and giving back. Our employees take pride in their work ethic, their craft, and their creativity. Feel proud of where you work, help create an experience for our guests, and work with cool people. Our Arizona and Florida locations participate in E-Verify. For more information below, please follow the links below:

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Hai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.