Pastry Lead & Dessert Innovator (Part-Time)

Cunningham Restaurant Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

CRG's Commission Row in Indianapolis is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to lead pastry and dessert production, bake, plate, and garnish to high standards. You'll showcase creativity while maintaining quality in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will stay current with pastry trends, manage inventory, minimize waste, and ensure strict food safety. Opportunities exist to contribute to special events and catering, with evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of pastry and dessert techniques, including baking, chocolate work, sugar work, and plating.
• Creative flair with a passion for experimenting with flavors, textures, and presentation.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain high standards of food quality.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pastry and dessert production, ensuring the highest standards of quality, presentation, and taste.
• Stay up-to-date with culinary trends and techniques, bringing innovation and creativity to the pastry section.
• Experiment with new ingredients, flavors, and techniques to create unique and memorable desserts.
• Manage inventory and order supplies to ensure freshness and quality of pastry ingredients.
• Minimize waste and control food costs.
• Maintain strict quality control standards to consistently deliver top-notch pastry products to guests.
• Train and supervise the pastry team to ensure uniformity in execution.
• Enforce strict hygiene and food safety standards in the pastry kitchen to ensure the health and safety of all staff and guests.
• Participate in and contribute to special events, private dining experiences, and catering activities by creating customized pastry and dessert offerings.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Baking

Chocolate work

Sugar work

Plating

Creativity

Attention to detail

Food safety regulations

Communication skills

Job description

CRG's Commission Row in Indianapolis is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to lead pastry and dessert production, bake, plate, and garnish to high standards. You'll showcase creativity while maintaining quality in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will stay current with pastry trends, manage inventory, minimize waste, and ensure strict food safety. Opportunities exist to contribute to special events and catering, with evenings and weekends required.