What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastry Sous Chef AM position at BLACKBERRY FARM?
Job Details
Description and Qualifications
The AM Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for leading and assisting the overall Main House pastry, bakeshop, and dessert needs that is conceptually directed by the Executive Chef to result in exception guest experiences. Top of Form
The AM Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for positive morale, team growth and development, and a strong company culture to meet and exceed expectations.
The ideal candidate will be able to consistently demonstrate strong emotional maturity, reliability, commitment, and attention to detail.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Cleanliness and organization of the bakeshop
- Writing pastry staff schedule for appropriate shifts for approval from the Chef
- Communication of all pastry-specific supplies and equipment needs and ordering as necessary via standard vendor ordering systems and/or purchase order forms
- Proper rotation and monitoring of raw and finished products
- Creating and maintaining dessert production rotation for seasonal a la carte lunch services
- Appropriate wrapping and storage of all pastry products
- Finish/sending of Main House lunch desserts daily
- Prep all components of Main House desserts
- Assist with cake requests as needed
- Forecasting production needs based on hotel occupancy including special events and holiday programming
- Aid in recipe/ menu development and writing proper recipes that are stored on the network for employee access for consistency
- Help with receiving when applicable and needed
- Special requests/ dietary desserts for Main House breakfast and lunch
- Individual and bi-annual leadership and menu conceptual goals as set forth by the Executive Chef of the Main House
Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- Culinary Education preferred and a minimum of 5 years of experience in restaurant, pastry, and leadership experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Must be able to compose effective recipes
- Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
- Must be able to convert recipes into larger and smaller batches as needed
- Must thoroughly understand weights, measures, and conversion of both
REASONING ABILITY
- Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Requires heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to be on feet for the duration of the shift
- Requires constant bending, stooping and reaching
- Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Fully equipped bakeshop staffed by as many as 4 people at one time
- Requires working as part of the overall kitchen team and sharing of equipment, supplies, and product
- 4,200 acres of Blackberry Farm property
About Blackberry
Blackberry Farm is a Relais & Châteaux property that has provided world renowned hospitality to family, friends and guests for almost 50 years. Our attention to every detail, impeccable service, unique activity offerings and outstanding cuisine have helped Blackberry Farm earn its pedigree as one of the most celebrated small luxury resorts in the world.
A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability.
From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, Blackberry provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career. Some of our benefits include travel perks and property benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional paid holidays, health insurance and flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit share and training and education.
Blackberry Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.