What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastry Cook - Fine Dining position at 801 Chophouse?
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (if weekly hours meet required min.)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Note Regarding Benefits: 801 Restaurant Group full-time hourly positions typically work an average of 28-40 hours each week, depending on the needs of the restaurant location. Medical, Dental and Vision insurance benefits are only available to 801 employees who meet the required threshold of weekly hours to qualify for participation in the Company's medical plan
801 Chophouse Des Moines is hiring for a Pastry Cook!
801 Chophouse Des Moines is hiring for a Pastry Cook!
This is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) pastry position working in a team-oriented, high-volume / fast-paced, guest-centric environment with the highest quality food & drink. Typical shifts for this position begin mid-afternoon (prep) and continue through active dinner service.
Requirements & Expectations:
- Minimum of 2 years of pastry / cold line experience
- Ability to successfully work the pastry station in a fast-paced / high stress environment while remaining calm, professional & working as part of a team
- Knowledge of molecular gastronomy, experience with cake making & decorating, petit fours/ mignardises, gluten-free, ice cream/sorbet, bread making, etc.
- Ability to handle knives, operate kitchen equipment & follow recipe / presentation guidelines while maintaining proper food safety & sanitation standards
- Coordinate food orders to support timely / efficient delivery to each table; meet special guest requests while ensuring same high-quality standards
- Ability to effectively communicate with BOH team in loud environment
- Must be available 7 days per week, including nights, weekends & some holidays
- Regular, predictable and reliable attendance
Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:
- Physical ability to work on your feet, alertly, for extended periods of time
- Continuous use of hands and arms; continuous bending, reaching & twisting
- Physical ability to frequently lift 20-30 lbs; & occasionally up to 50lbs
- Ability to squat, kneel, and climb