The pay rate or range for this position is: $70,000 to $80,000 per year

 

Job Summary

As a representative for our company the Pastry Jr. Sous Chef will be responsible for pastry & dessert production for the operation. The Pastry Chef will report directly to the Pastry Sous Chef and will supervise a small team. From scratch baking will include but not limited to: cookies, scones, tarts, pies, brownies, cakes, flans, custards, doughs, and chocolates.

*NOTE: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks which are illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed or assigned by this position.

Job Description

Essential Functions 

• Responsible for daily and weekly pastry/dessert production 

• Supervise a small team  

• Write and research international pastry recipes/menus 

• Sets up station according to kitchen guidelines 

• Prepares all food items directed in a sanitary and timely manner 

• Prepares food items consistently by adhering to all recipe standards 

• Maintains a safe working environment by using food handling skills and proper food safety guidelines  

• Task involves up line set up, clean-up and breakdown and providing excellent customer service 

• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef, Kitchen or Account Manager at any time 

 

 Knowledge and Skills 

• Interpersonal and organizational skills 

• Excellent baking skills 

• Sense of urgency 

• Excellent verbal skills 

• Excellent multi-tasking skills 

• Excellent customer service skills  

• Professional appearance 

• Ability to move throughout the café and kitchen  

• Knowledge of International desserts 

• Attention to detail 

• Knows flavors and profiles of different savory and sweet desserts 

• Understands the science and art of baking  

• Knowledge of safety and sanitation in the work place 

Education and Work Experience 

• High school diploma or GED  

• Culinary/Baking Degree or equivalent experience 

• 3-5 years’ experience in a high volume from scratch bakery or operation 

Work Environment 

The work environment for Pastry Chef includes the following large kitchen environment elements and exposures 

• Fast paced kitchen 

• High sense of urgency 

• Moderate to high noise level  

• Exposure to soap and cleaning solutions 

• Slippery/uneven surfaces may be encountered  

• Hot/cold environments when moving thins in and out of the fridge and freezer 

Requirements 

Must have and maintain an active Servsafe Food Handlers Card, as required by the Chicago Health Department.  

Physical Demands 

• Some heavy lifting (may lift 10-50 lbs.) and possible moving of equipment required 

• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision 

• Repetitive hand motion carrying food containers, using carts both loaded and unloaded 

• Standing, walking, bending/twisting, and balance are all required to perform job task 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. Physical requirements include stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

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