A calm, pleasant, helpful and hardworking individual who has a passion for great food and who enjoys cooking. Highly knowledgeable, creative and resourceful Pastry Chef with huge background in the preparation and service of gourmet pastries and other foods for catering functions and special pastries for meals/banquets. Hold a range of certifications for handling food and talents working in Hotels, Restaurants, Factory and other eateries.
Supervise the daily production and distribution of all pastries, desserts and baked goods.
Ensures recipes and standards are followed, food costs are controlled and appropriate quantity is prepared based on established production needs.
Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
Monitors and controls the maintenance and sanitation of the pastry kitchen and equipment to ensure a work environment that meets/exceeds federal, state and corporate standards and regulations.
Supervises hourly kitchen/pastry associates, including interviewing, scheduling, training, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action, as appropriate.
Helps plan and implement seasonal menus.
Orders and maintains pastry supplies and products to ensure appropriate inventory levels.
Performs other duties as assigned.