Pastry Sous Chef

Celebrating 20 years since first opening its doors in London, Zuma is sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese Izakaya style of informal eating and drinking.

Co-founded by Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney in 2002, Zuma has 15 venues globally and 9 seasonal locations.

Featuring modern Japanese cuisine that is authentic but not traditional. The menu showcases a variety of dishes from its three kitchens : the main kitchen, the sushi counter and the robata grill.

Zuma Miami, located in the heart of downtown, brings chef Rainer Becker’s internationally acclaimed style of modern Japanese izakaya dining from the robata grill and kitchen to its flagship US location.

JOB SUMMARY :

To oversee and manage the seamless running of the pastry department in support to the Head Pastry Chef; by providing a highly efficient and effective service while ensuring that all financial and statutory requirements are met and supporting the delivery of outstanding customer service.

This role will oversee a team of pastry cooks and ensure the seamless execution of desserts on our menu.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Lead and supervise a team of Pastry Cooks, providing guidance, training, and support as needed
• Produce high quality, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods that follow up the established menu and level up to location’s standards
• Oversee the production and plating of desserts, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation
• Partner with Head Pastry Chef and Executive Chefs to create new and exciting desserts based on seasonality
• Assist in scheduling pastry staff, managing labor costs, and optimizing staffing levels to meet business demands
• Manage inventory and ordering of pastry ingredients and supplies to maintain optimal stock levels
• Assist in recipe development, testing, and costing as needed
• Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
• Mentor and develop pastry team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
• Train team on allergen awareness and management, ensuring all staff are knowledgeable about handling food allergies safely
• Monitor pastry station during service, troubleshooting any issues that arise and ensuring smooth operations
• Adhere to strict cleanliness protocol as well as health and safety standards
• Accountable for maintenance areas / unites of responsibility
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication and execution of dessert orders
• Ensure that company policies and procedures, safety and other laws, regulations, and requirements are implemented and followed
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor, health, and safety laws
• Operate ethically to protect the image of the company
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• 2 years professional pastry experience with a pastry culinary degree preferred
• Prior experience in a high-volume restaurant or hotel environment
• Must possess a valid New York City Department of Health Food Handler's Card (New York location only)
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Excellent knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and flavors
• Creative flair and attention to detail, with a passion for creating innovative and visually stunning desserts
• Proficient in the following dimensions / functions : food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation, security, company policies and procedures, personnel management, recordkeeping, and preparation of reports
• Demonstrated success in achieving fiscal results and executing to a high standard
• Computer literate with the ability to learn and adapt using all programs
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and / or quantitative productivity standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs; Ability to stand for prolong periods of time and climb steps regularly
• Ability to physically maneuver through work areas; bend, lift, carry, reach / extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Bonus program
• Paid Time Off
• Free family meal daily
• Dining discounts at Zuma
• The opportunity to work on a team with global hospitality / culinary experience

Zuma is an equal opportunity employer.