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Junior Pastry Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $28.50
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
daily complimentary meals
Career development opportunities
collaborative work environment
flexible scheduling

Job Description

DO & CO is a globally renowned company dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality and culinary experiences through its three core business segments: Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels. Operating in 32 locations across 12 countries spanning 3 continents, DO & CO upholds the highest standards in quality for both its products and services. The company is committed to continuously refining culinary classics, exploring new gastronomic horizons, and expanding its influence well beyond traditional expectations. DO & CO’s passion for gourmet entertainment is evident in every banquet floor and in the sky, offering a unique blend of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pastry or bakery setting
  • Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related field preferred
  • Strong understanding of baking ingredients and methods
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations
  • Flexibility to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Detail-oriented and self-motivated
  • Ability to manage and reduce food wastage effectively
  • Capability to train and manage kitchen personnel
  • Must comply with sanitation and safety standards consistently
  • Ability to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality standards consistently

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in pastry or bakery preferably in high-volume production
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
  • Strong knowledge of baking ingredients, measuring techniques, mixing methods, kitchen equipment, and baking times
  • Excellent interpersonal skills fostering trust and confidence
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated
  • Ability to manage heavy workloads, work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments
  • Skilled in monitoring and reducing wastage efficiently
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels
  • Must work with a sense of urgency and take a hands-on approach to kitchen operations
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks within deadlines and meet kitchen readiness standards
  • Knowledge of HACCP food safety standards
  • Flexibility to work different shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs

Job Duties

  • Oversee daily pastry kitchen operations and manage the culinary team within the assigned area
  • Ensure excellence in food service including quality, technique, portioning, presentation, and cost control
  • Verify ingredient freshness and actively participate in food tastings
  • Standardize production recipes to maintain consistent quality
  • Monitor product and ingredient availability and report shortages or discrepancies
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of catering services focusing on cost, quality, presentation, and innovation
  • Ensure production processes, quality standards, and deadlines are met consistently
  • Guarantee all products meet meal specifications and highest quality standards
  • Support Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Sous Chef with catering proposals, creative initiatives, cost control, reports, and scheduling
  • Maintain appropriate staffing levels based on business needs
  • Uphold maintenance and safety standards and ensure compliance with state and federal food regulations
  • Enforce strict sanitation and safety protocols for kitchen equipment, utensils, and cleanliness
  • Train, motivate, and manage kitchen personnel and supervise culinary activities as assigned
  • Perform additional duties assigned by management while upholding DO & CO standards

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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