Pastry Cook

Reports To:  Pastry Chef/Executive Chef 

Profile: The Pastry Cook works alongside the Pastry Chef making scratch desserts for a full service restaurant and banquet department.  This position also includes the plating of desserts and communication with other departments.  This position will adhere to 21c procedures and standards to maintain a safe, orderly and sanitized kitchen.  

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Understands menu and techniques to execute items 

• Produces scratch desserts following 21c recipes. 

• Plates banquet desserts and assists Garde Manger station in the restaurant on occasion. 

• Owns assigned service period. 

• Relays important information to line staff and Front of House in the Pastry Chef’s absence 

• Maintains a clean and organized workspace and storage. 

• Stays aware of local, state and federal sanitation laws. 

• Understands and practices proper use and maintenance of major kitchen equipment, including stoves, refrigeration units, knives, slicers and dish machines. 

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager. 

 

• Ability to multi-task, manage time, and work independently. 

• Ability to work flexible hours (nights, weekends). 

• Able to be part of a team 

• Responsible, dependable, punctual. 

• Strong communication skills; must be able to speak, read, and understand English. 

• Must work well under pressure. 

• Clean and professional appearance. 

• Demonstrated enthusiasm for all things 21c. 

• Must pass background check. 

Education/Formal Training: High school or equivalent education required. 

Experience: Culinary training and cooking experience with demonstrated supervisory experience in the culinary field is a plus. 

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