Pastry Sous Chef - Cassique

Kiawah Island Club; Johns Island (SC); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Disability (ST/LT)

401(k)

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Telehealth

Health spending

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

The Kiawah Island Club's Cassique property invites a professional pastry chef to join Executive Pastry Chef Michael O'Shaughnessy in a brand-new showcase kitchen, crafting modern European steakhouse desserts with the freshest ingredients and cutting-edge technology.

You will develop menus for Voysey's and the Living Room, lead and mentor pastry staff, participate in banquets and events, and maintain high standards of pastry production, sanitation, and cost control.

Formación

• 2+ years of professional pastry experience in fine dining or upscale hospitality.
• Experience supervising or training kitchen staff preferred.
• Passion for pastry, creativity, and interest in modern industry trends.
• Skilled in breads, lamination, gelatos, sorbets, pastries, and plated desserts.
• Experience with banquet production and execution.
• Willingness to replenish knowledge and continued learning.
• Comfortable with dish and technique experimentation.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and be flexible with shifts.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with staff, members, and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Lead by example, inspire pastry team and maintain high standards.
• Assist with menu development and recipe creation for Voysey's and Living Room desserts within a modern European steakhouse concept.
• Collaborate with Executive Pastry Chef and Chef team on menus, banquets, holidays and events.
• Train, supervise and develop pastry staff for growth and proper execution.
• Participate in daily pastry production from prep to finish with consistency and quality.
• Maintain high standards for pastries, breads, desserts, gelatos, and sorbets.
• Assist in pastry team organization, inventory and kitchen maintenance.
• Monitor food costs, portions and waste to stay within budget.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation and cleanliness in pastry kitchen.
• Communicate with Executive Pastry Chef, Chef team and FOH management.
• Promote positive, collaborative atmosphere with chefs and stewards.
• Work with FOH to encourage learning and staff engagement.
• Step into leadership role in absence of Executive Pastry Chef.

Conocimientos

Pastry experience (2+ yrs)

Staff supervision

Creative pastry

Breads & lamination

Gelatos & sorbets

Banquet production

Willing to learn

Dish experimentation

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Descripción del empleo

Join the team of talented professionals led by Executive Chef Michael O'Shaughnessy, as they create memorable meals in a brand-new showcase kitchen using the freshest ingredients and time-tested techniques with the latest technology. At Cassique, we strive to not only produce beautiful, delicious dishes but also to grow and teach our staff to further their careers.

Qualifications for the position are:

• 2+ years of professional pastry experience, preferably in a fine dining or upscale hospitality environment.
• Previous experience supervising or training kitchen staff preferred.
• A passion for pastry, creativity, and an interest in modern industry trends.
• Skilled experience in breads, lamination techniques, gelatos, sorbets, pastries, and plated desserts.
• Experience with banquet production and execution.
• Willingness to replenish professional knowledge and continued learning.
• Comfortable and proactive with dish and technique experimentation.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and be flexible with shifts.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with staff, members, and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

The perfect candidates will be responsible for the following, among other duties:

• Project a passion for pastry and quality that inspires the team, always leading by example.
• Assist with menu development and recipe creation for Voysey's and the Living Room dessert menus, keeping within our modern European steakhouse concept.
• Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef and Chef team on writing and planning menus, banquets, holidays, and other special events.
• Assist with training, supervision, and professional development of pastry staff, ensuring personal growth and proper execution are achieved.
• Participate in daily pastry production from preparation to execution, ensuring consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Execute and maintain high standards for pastries, breads, desserts, gelatos, and sorbets.
• Assist in maintaining the pastry team's organization, product inventory, and kitchen maintenance.
• Assist with monitoring food costs, portion control, and waste management to keep pastry offerings within budget.
• Ensure proper food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards are maintained throughout the pastry kitchen.
• Communicate efficiently with the Executive Pastry Chef, Chef team, and FOH management team.
• Work closely with chefs, cooks, and stewards to promote a positive, fun yet efficient atmosphere.
• Work closely with the FOH team to encourage learning and staff engagement.
• Step into the leadership role in the absence of the Executive Pastry Chef when needed.

Location: 253 Gardeners Circle, Kiawah Island, SC 29455

Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs and be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

*Benefits are available to full-time employees after a waiting period and include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Telehealth
• Health/Dependent Care Spending Account
• wellness program and generous paid time off including 12 vacation days, 6 sick days and 9 paid holidays per year.

KP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that uses EVerify.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, KP and its affiliates do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.