Expanding the Groot Hospitality portfolio yet again, David Grutman joins forces with David “Papi” Einhorn to bring an epic partnership to Miami Beach’s trendy South of Fifth neighborhood.

Papi Steak is an intimate dining experience that showcases classic elegance with a contemporary sensibility. The new restaurant fuses Grutman’s flair for mixing high-style design, and an edgy eclectic vibe with Papi’s passion for steak. The menu represents a modern, elevated spin on classic dishes, including prime meats seared to order at 1,000 degrees. This new neighborhood staple exudes class, serving as the perfect dining destination for any occasion from a romantic date night to boys night out on the town, Papi Steak is the place to be.

“At Papi Steak we aren’t trying to be just another steakhouse in Miami Beach. We are taking our unique menu and pairing it with one of the best designed dining rooms in Miami. I pulled out all the stops with Papi Steak. Working with ICrave on the design and Candice Kaye on the custom drawn wall finishes and smokey mirrors – that perfectly capture the energy we wanted to create,” said David Grutman. “The Papi Steak at Komodo is one of our best sellers. We’re introducing the next chapter of this dish with the opening of Papi Steak – a completely new concept featuring a variety of classics with a twist that only our team could create.”

Papi Steak Employs team members who demonstrate a passion for hospitality and dedication to company values and customer service. We are a diverse organization that provides the opportunity to excel in a fast-paced multicultural environment. We are always looking for passionate people who will embrace our belief of hospitality, company growth and customer experience. Our commitment to diversity, teamwork, and integrity are indicative of the service we provide to our guests. We offer career opportunities with work/life balances, as well as a rewarding career experience.

The Pastry Chef is responsible for overseeing the daily preparation and execution of pastry items and cakes and overseeing their specified stations or other areas of the pastry department. The individual is responsible in getting their mise-en-place finished before service in accordance with standards set by the Corporate Pastry Chef and the restaurant Executive Chef. They are responsible in keeping quality by rotating products and waste management. They are expected to keep consistency in pastry technique, flavor profiles and presentation as guided by the Corporate Pastry Chef and are not allowed to make any changes or variation and are held accountable in any violations. This is a teamwork-oriented position so basic communication and reading skills is a must.

Due to the nature of our business, this position is required to work weekends and holidays.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Guides the set-up station in time for service according to restaurant guidelines.

• Leads prep team and all pastry items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.

• Makes sure pastry team is following recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by Executive Pastry Chef and Executive Chef

• Completely responsible for prep production.

• Make sure to keep the prep pars standard levels on prep production.

• Interview and hire and train pastry staff with the support of the Executive Chef

• Delegates cleaning schedule, maintains stations, practice good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.

• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.

• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.

• Performs additional responsibilities and leads by example.

• Maintains lines of communication with corporate pastry chefs and delegates messages back to the team

• A thorough and deep understanding of professional pastry including basic techniques and working food knowledge.

• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.

• Previous pastry cook experience.

• Professional communications skills are required.

• Ability to take direction.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized.

• Commitment to quality of service and in food and beverage knowledge.

• Must be aware of company policies regarding benefits, call outs, vacation hours and uniform standards, etc.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven cooking experience

• A food handler’s license

• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations

• The ability to stand for extended periods

• The ability to work a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions:

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing.

• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat and moisture.

• The individual must be able to transport up to 40 pounds on occasion and up to 25 pounds regularly.

• Must be able speak, read, and understand pastry basic cooking directions.

Working at Papi Steak

• Health insurance