Pastry Sous Chef

Sara's Market & Bakery; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local bakery and deli in Richardson, Texas, is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to assist in the production of high-quality pastries and deli products. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a bakery or deli setting and a passion for guest service. Responsibilities include assisting in day-to-day pastry operations, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a clean workspace. Flexibility in schedule, including nights and weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a deli or bakery department.
• Focus on guest service and quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Pastry Chef with pastry production.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the workspace.

Skills

Independent work

Task prioritization

Stress management

Knife handling

Communication

Education

Pastry degree or certification

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The Pastry Sous Chef will assist the Executive Pastry Chef in the production of pastries and deli products according to recipes and presentation standards. This position will be directly supervised by the Executive Pastry Chef and does require some advanced knowledge of procedures, tools, techniques in food production.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists Executive Pastry Chef in day to day flow of pastry productions by writing production lists, assigning tasks, and training members of pastry team
• Has working knowledge of advance pastry techniques and well-rounded in all areas of the pastry kitchen including breads, pastries, confections, and cake design.
• Ensure quality of product before it reaches the sales floor and proper storage.
• Deliver outstanding guest service by following through on all guest questions, requests and resolve concerns as needed.
• Assists Executive Pastry Chef in monitoring product movement and shrink
• Follow and comply with all applicable procedures and regulations, including Weights and Measures, FDA, health and sanitation, Department of Labor, ADA, HAACP, OSHA and safe work practices.
• Sanitize all equipment in a safe and proper manner
• Report equipment issues to Store Leadership
• Keep all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated
• Assists Executive Pastry Chef in making supply and ingredient orders
• Performs other duties as assigned by Store Leadership

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Ability to perform physical requirements of position
• Proper handling of knives and cutting equipment
• Ability to work well with others and good communication skills
• Ability to inspect product for quality and freshness
• Able to work flexible schedule based on needs of store including nights, weekends and holidays

Qualifications

• 2+ years or more experience in a deli and or bakery department
• Guest Service focused
• Pastry degree or certification preferred

Working Conditions

• Walking, standing, bending and stooping for 8-10 hours a day
• Push, pull up to 50lbs
• Mental and physical dexterity
• Ability to climb ladders
• Iteration of duties
• Ability to taste, smell, feel and visually inspect food