What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Pastry Cook position at Saddle and Cycle Club of Chicago?
Versatile and detail-oriented Pastry and Garde Manger Cook with hands-on experience in both cold food preparation and fine baking. Skilled in crafting artfully composed salads, charcuterie, and cold appetizers, as well as executing high-quality desserts, pastries, and plated sweets. Adept at maintaining strict food safety standards, managing inventory, and keeping prep stations organized during high-volume meal services. Passionate about culinary presentation, flavor balance, and contributing to a collaborative kitchen team.
Key Highlights-
Cold Kitchen Expertise: Plating cold dishes, butchery prep, dressings, and hors d'oeuvres.
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Pastry Skills: Baking, dessert plating, dough preparation, and basic decoration.
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Kitchen Operations: Station setup (mise en place), health code compliance, and time management.
Salary : $26 - $27