Pastry Sous Chef - TFG

Position Summary :

We are creating the ultimate mosaic of culinary force under one roof! With three restaurants and catering and event spaces we are looking to build a rewarding team experience that will foster collaboration and leadership and put an emphasis on technique and skill development.

A Pastry Sous Chef takes full ownership for the daily preparation and execution of food items in all of the stations they oversee.

They follow recipes, procedures and presentation standards consistently while helping to develop the skill set of team members.

They take direction from the Pastry Chef to ensure the best possible product is produced and executed. They continually strive to exceed guest expectations and to provide them with nothing less than extraordinary dining experiences.

Ambassador of TFG - GRG Culture :

Seek out opportunities to communicate vision to team, guests, students, vendors and community in a clear and positive manner.

Lead by example. Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and initiative in daily tasks by anticipating business needs and proactively addressing issues.

Readily adjust to circumstances and manage change effectively by finding ways to accommodate team and guests by always making it happen’, without sacrificing quality.

Create a positive work environment by demonstrating no tolerance for negative behaviors. Welcome new ideas and seek feedback from team by asking questions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Creates and completes menu development for Bakery / Pastry items with Executive Chef
• Responsible for All Bakery / Pastry recipes, costing, pictures, procedures and 100% adherence to recipes and presentations
• Prepares completed Bakery / Pastry menu item descriptions
• Daily purchasing and controls for Bakery / Pastry Department
• Responsible for all training of Bakery / Pastry Staff
• Tracking of daily department sales
• Provides that all Bakery / Pastry items are secured by ensuring proper baking / cooking times; plate presentations; correct recipe yields / shelf lives;

serving recommendations; and, quality specifications

• Ensure that stock is organized / labeled
• Completes Bakery / Pastry staff assignments
• Schedules Bakery / Pastry staff accordingly
• Assumes 100% responsibility for the quality of Bakery / Pastry products served
• Accountable for accurate Bakery / Pastry department inventories
• Promotes a positive relationship with FOH staff
• Upholds all safety and sanitation regulations
• Performs job functions while ensuring that all company policies, procedures and standards are adhered to.
• May perform other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications :

• Graduate of a recognized culinary school and a minimum of two - five years related experience is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current with pastry concepts, practices and procedures.
• Organized and able to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
30+ days ago