A Pastry Cook takes full ownership for the daily preparation and execution of food items in their station. They follow recipes, procedures and presentation standards consistently. They take direction from the Pastry Chefs on duty to ensure the best possible product is produced and executed. The continually strive to exceed guest expectations and to provide them with nothing less than extraordinary dining experiences. Responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of the Gibsons Restaurant Group’s philosophy, which is based upon four distinct core beliefs: Hospitality, Quality, Value and Family.
Seek out opportunities to communicate and demonstrate the Gibsons Restaurant Group core values to team members, customers, and vendors in a clear and positive manner. Lead by example. Demonstrate ownership, accountability and initiative in daily tasks by anticipating needs and proactively addressing issues. Demonstrate the flexibility to adjust to changing circumstances by finding ways to accommodate team and customer by “making it happen” without sacrificing quality. Create and contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating no tolerance for negative behavior. Welcome new ideas and seek feedback from the team by asking questions.
- Daily production for all outlets, assisting cooks as needed.
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Manage prep item pars and complete writing and execution of prep list.
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Maintain a standard of presentation of all items produced and continually help to develop new standards for the stations.
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Uphold the highest standards of food safety and sanitation practices to ensure the health and safety of our staff and guests.
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Be able to properly use specialty equipment (mixer, dough sheeter, etc.)
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Ability to adapt and make decisions quickly.
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Communicate with coworkers and managers clearly.
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Approach every day with a pro-active “can do” attitude and calm, competent professionalism.
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May perform other duties as assigned
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prefer one to two years of pastry experience.
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Current with pastry concepts, practices and procedures.
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Organized and able to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
