Pastry Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation :

Pay Grade : 13

Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences;

who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit.

Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.

The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." Wolfgang Puck

Success on our team starts with our culture :

• We have Wolfgang’s PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.
• A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.
• Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.
• We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don’t have to.
• We curate company and partner resources to bring our client’s vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.
• We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).
• Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.

I can have the best food, but if we don’t have good people, it won’t get you very far."

Job Summary

Join us at Wolfgang Puck Catering's Union Station Commissary in Dallas, where the art of pastry creation meets exceptional catering services across the city.

As a Pastry Chef, you will be part of a dedicated culinary team, crafting exquisite pastries, desserts, and baked goods for VIP events, cultural attractions, corporate accounts, and more.

In this dynamic environment, your passion and creativity will contribute to unforgettable culinary experiences for our esteemed clientele.

Typically working Monday to Friday, with weekends and evenings as catering and events dictate, this role offers the opportunity to balance your work-life while producing extraordinary pastries that elevate every occasion to new heights of culinary excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

• Craft and produce premium pastries and desserts, ensuring impeccable quality and presentation.
• Manage ingredient ordering to ensure freshness and smooth production.
• Handle, prepare, and store perishable products according to HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain impeccable standards of efficiency, safety, and sanitation in food production.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Culinary degree preferred, with a minimum of three years' experience in high-volume dining or catering.
• Demonstrated expertise in fine dining pastry techniques.
• Stay current with food and catering trends, focusing on seasonal ingredients and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of safe food handling principles; certifications such as ServSafe are a plus.

Join us at our Dallas Commissary Kitchen, the bustling hub where extraordinary pastries are crafted, and bring your passion for pastry creation to a team dedicated to culinary excellence.

Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!

Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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

Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position.

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.

Req ID : 1340673

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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