ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, patisserie items, etc. by following traditional and modern recipes.
• Follow recipes and instructions to ensure and maintain consistency and appropriate standards.
• Knowledge of pastry ingredients and applications.
• Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking.
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation.
• Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation meet the 101 Hospitality standards.
• Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health and sanitation standards.
• Set up, stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as needed.
• Ensure all the products and prepared items are properly labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated 
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready to work at scheduled shift, in uniform, as per uniform standards.
• Complete any other task given with as required in a timely and professional manner.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Basic knowledge of key pastry disciplines
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience as Pastry Cook, Baker or relevant role
• Willingness to learn and improve
• Ability to follow and execute recipes to designated specifications
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills conducive to a productive teamwork environment

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.