Pastry Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Base Pay : $20.00 - $22.00 / hr

Base Pay with Tips : $22.00 - $35 / hr

Calling the foodies, the passionate, the inspired :

At Burma Food Group, it’s more than just a job and we are more than just a company. We are a small but mighty group of individuals passionate about food, life, people, and culture.

We are strong believers that food should be more than just fuel, it should be celebrated, act as a source of discovery, connection, and feed a sense of adventure.

Burma Food Group is the company behind Burma Superstar, Burma Love, and Burma Bites restaurants in the San Francisco Bay Area.

What started out as a single restaurant with a vision to bring Burmese cuisine to the world, has quickly turned into a family of restaurants, a non-profit organization, as well as a retail line, and this is just the beginning.

Together we are on a mission to bridge cultures through food, and we want YOU to join us on our mission!

Be a part of our story, what do you say?

Position Summary :

This role is more than a Pastry Cook, it is the opportunity to be an integral part of our kitchen. We’re looking for a motivated culinary professional who is organized, detail oriented, passionate, and has a strong desire to learn and build your culinary skillset.

Job Responsibilities :

Work closely with the executive chef and sous chef to develop and execute all dessert offerings.

Operating and managing the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the executive and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment.

Preparing ingredients and handling baking and other kitchen equipment.

Creating pastries, baked goods, and confections, by following a set recipe.

Decorating pastries and desserts to ensure a beautiful and tasteful presentation.

Monitoring the stock of baking ingredients.

Ensuring their section of the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations.

Qualifications :

Team Player + Positive Attitude + Passion for food

1-3 years experience in fine dining or casual dining in a high volume kitchen

Strong knowledge of food and cooking techniques including pastry production, portioning, and plating

Culinary degree in pastry strongly preferred

Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time with the ability to move and lift at least 40 pounds at a time

Excellent verbal communication and positive interpersonal skills required

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a multicultural & diverse team

Able to acquire a California Food Handler’s License (before or within 2 weeks of hiring)

Bilingual is a plus

A few reasons why you’ll love your job :

Opportunity to be part of a growing, passionate company and team

Competitive salary + flexible schedule

Benefits : medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, pre-tax commuter benefits

Delicious daily family meals provided

Up to 20% employee discount at Burma Food Group restaurants

Fun, dynamic and innovative atmosphere

Career advancement opportunities and progressive development

Employee Referral Program

Equal employment opportunities (EEO) :

Burma Food Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics and other protected classes.

We also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with legal requirements. In addition to federal law requirements, Burma Food Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates.