RESTAURANT PASTRY LINE COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Compass Group; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Pastry Line Cook to create and supervise the production of exquisite pastries and desserts. This role involves managing kitchen associates, ensuring recipe adherence, and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation. You'll have the opportunity to showcase your culinary talents in a vibrant environment while enjoying a range of perks including parking and garden passes. If you are passionate about pastry creation and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values quality and creativity in every bite!

Benefits

Parking

Garden Passes

Shift Differentials

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Previous high volume restaurant pastry line cooking experience is required.
• Ability to supervise kitchen associates and manage production.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily production of pastries, desserts, and baked goods.
• Ensures recipes are followed and food costs are controlled.
• Monitors kitchen sanitation and maintenance.

Skills

Pastry Line Cooking

Food Handling

Recipe Following

Inventory Management

Supervisory Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Degree

Tools

Oven

Pastry Equipment

Food Scales

Job description

Restaurant Associates

We have an opening for full time and part time RESTAURANT PASTRY LINE COOK positions.

Location: Longwood Gardens - 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time and part time schedules. Days and hours may vary; nights, weekends, and holidays are included. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous high volume restaurant pastry line cooking experience is required.

Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.

Perks: Parking, garden passes, and shift differentials!

Job Summary

Summary: Creates, plans and supervises the daily production of top-quality pastries, desserts and baked goods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supervises the daily production and distribution of all pastries, desserts and baked goods.
2. Ensures recipes and standards are followed, food costs are controlled and appropriate quantity is prepared based on established production needs.
3. Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
4. Monitors and controls the maintenance and sanitation of the pastry kitchen and equipment to ensure a work environment that meets/exceeds federal, state and corporate standards and regulations.
5. Supervises hourly kitchen/pastry associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action, as appropriate.
6. Helps plan and implement seasonal menus.
7. Orders and maintains pastry supplies and products to ensure appropriate inventory levels.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

1. Retirement Plan
2. Associate Shopping Program
3. Health and Wellness Programs
4. Discount Marketplace
5. Identity Theft Protection
6. Pet Insurance
7. Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

1. Medical
2. Dental
3. Vision
4. Life Insurance/AD
5. Disability Insurance
6. Commuter Benefits
7. Employee Assistance Program
8. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

1. The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
2. The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
3. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.