Pastry Cook

The Pastry Cook will continue gaining knowledge of making pastries from recipes by Eric Kayser while working in a state of the art production site. The Pastry Cook will be exposed to learning to produce many kinds of pastries and desserts offered by Maison Kayser. This position will have the opportunity to ensure consistent quality of our products and follow guidelines to garnish and finish our products before displayed for customers.


Essential Functions


Check production list and manage production without supervision to meet daily needs

Identify and select ingredients, prepare, form, and bake French pastries

Garnish pastries as instructed, including but not limited to prepare and apply glazing, icings, confit, pastry cream, and mousse

Provide guidance to at least one Pastry Helper and to provide feedback for Supervisor's evaluation

Organize and manage stocks in a freezer up to -4 Fahrenheit (Gear is provided)

Ensure that all products are consistently arranged, stored, labeled, dated, and rotate items stored in all pastry sections

Ensure that all perishable items are stored quickly and efficiently, thus avoiding unnecessary quantities being held within the pastry production areas, always ensuring complete utilization of all items with minimal wastage

Comply with and fully understand the laws and regulations regarding food safety, health and safety using different equipment

Perform all necessary cleaning duties and contribute to the overall cleanliness of the pastry production at all times and within all sections

Communicate effectively to pastry team regarding inventory, product pars, and production levels

Adhere to the strict policies regarding personal grooming and hygiene

Ensure all accidents are reported to a senior team member, such as equipment damage or injuries

Attend all briefings and meetings as required


Requirements


2 years of experience in a high-volume pastry production or similar environment or a professional degree (4 years) in pastry

At least 6 months of experience with French pastry preferred

Knowledge and experience in all aspects of the pastry production

Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)

Availability to work shifts of 5am or 12pm

Must understand knowledge of high quality products and be passionate about pastries

Must be able to lift and carry up to 40lbs and must be able to push or pull up to 150lbs during the shift

Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards


This job description is intended to illustrate the main duties and areas of responsibility of the job of Pastry Cook. It is not intended to be exhaustive and you are advised that the duties and responsibilities may change from time to time.


Maison Kayser promotes an environment free of discrimination and open to communication. Maison Kayser has an Open-Door Policy. If you have any questions, direct them to your immediate Supervisor. If you have a concern which cannot be satisfied by your immediate Supervisor, you may contact Human Resources.

Benefits:
Health
Staff Meals
Additional Training
Paid Sick Leave

The Pastry Cook will continue gaining knowledge of making pastries from recipes by Eric Kayser while working in a state of the art production site. The Pastry Cook will be exposed to learning to produce many kinds of pastries and desserts offered by Maison Kayser. This position will have the opportunity to ensure consistent quality of our products and follow guidelines to garnish and finish our products before displayed for customers.


Essential Functions


Check production list and manage production without supervision to meet daily needs

Identify and select ingredients, prepare, form, and bake French pastries

Garnish pastries as instructed, including but not limited to prepare and apply glazing, icings, confit, pastry cream, and mousse

Provide guidance to at least one Pastry Helper and to provide feedback for Supervisor's evaluation

Organize and manage stocks in a freezer up to -4 Fahrenheit (Gear is provided)

Ensure that all products are consistently arranged, stored, labeled, dated, and rotate items stored in all pastry sections

Ensure that all perishable items are stored quickly and efficiently, thus avoiding unnecessary quantities being held within the pastry production areas, always ensuring complete utilization of all items with minimal wastage

Comply with and fully understand the laws and regulations regarding food safety, health and safety using different equipment

Perform all necessary cleaning duties and contribute to the overall cleanliness of the pastry production at all times and within all sections

Communicate effectively to pastry team regarding inventory, product pars, and production levels

Adhere to the strict policies regarding personal grooming and hygiene

Ensure all accidents are reported to a senior team member, such as equipment damage or injuries

Attend all briefings and meetings as required


Requirements


2 years of experience in a high-volume pastry production or similar environment or a professional degree (4 years) in pastry

At least 6 months of experience with French pastry preferred

Knowledge and experience in all aspects of the pastry production

Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)

Availability to work shifts of 5am or 12pm

Must understand knowledge of high quality products and be passionate about pastries

Must be able to lift and carry up to 40lbs and must be able to push or pull up to 150lbs during the shift

Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards


This job description is intended to illustrate the main duties and areas of responsibility of the job of Pastry Cook. It is not intended to be exhaustive and you are advised that the duties and responsibilities may change from time to time.


Maison Kayser promotes an environment free of discrimination and open to communication. Maison Kayser has an Open-Door Policy. If you have any questions, direct them to your immediate Supervisor. If you have a concern which cannot be satisfied by your immediate Supervisor, you may contact Human Resources.

Benefits:
Health
Staff Meals
Additional Training
Paid Sick Leave