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Thomas Cuisine

Pastry Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k plan
ON DEMAND PAY
Life insurance
Employee Referral Program
Employee Meals
legal services
wellness initiatives
Voluntary Short-term Disability
Holiday pay

Job Description

Thomas Cuisine, founded in 1986, is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company dedicated to the healing power of whole foods. They believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh daily, promoting a strong connection to REAL food. With a focus on quality and care, their team members are purposeful individuals passionate about making a positive impact through food. Thomas Cuisine fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging. This commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is a vital part of their company culture, continuously evolving to improve and adapt as the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Previous baking/pastry making experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen preferred
  • Foodservice experience with general knowledge of restaurant operations
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and various baking techniques
  • Ability to follow recipes and produce consistent results
  • Safe food handling practices
  • Safe knife/sharp handling skills
  • Strong attention to detail and time management skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work early mornings, weekends, or holidays
  • Willingness to learn and grow
  • Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card
  • ServSafe certification and State Food Handlers Card
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

Job Qualifications

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Previous baking/pastry making experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen preferred
  • Foodservice experience with general knowledge of restaurant operations
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and various baking techniques
  • Ability to follow recipes and produce consistent results
  • Safe food handling practices: handling food, objects, products and utensils
  • Safe knife/sharp handling skills
  • Strong attention to detail and time management skills
  • Strong communication skills for interacting with wait staff, cooks, and supervisors
  • Ability to work early mornings, weekends, or holidays as needed
  • Willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team
  • Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government
  • ServSafe certification and State Food Handlers Card
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

Job Duties

  • Prepare and bake a variety of breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods for daily service and catered events
  • Check daily function sheets and prepare items accordingly
  • Possess basic knife skills
  • Follow standardized recipes and production schedules to meet demand and minimize waste
  • Decorate and present baked goods attractively in accordance with client and brand standards
  • Monitor oven temperatures and baking times, adjusting as necessary for quality outcomes
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery station, including equipment, tools, and storage areas
  • Ensure all baked items meet quality, portion, and presentation standards
  • Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and health and safety policies (e.g., HACCP, allergen management)
  • Assist in inventory management, including receiving and storing bakery supplies and ingredients
  • Collaborate with kitchen and service teams to ensure smooth food service operations
  • Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments
  • Participate in menu development and seasonal/holiday item planning
  • May assist by performing ware washer or other kitchen duties as needed
  • Perform side-work and any other opening or closing duties as required
  • Ensure that production stations are clean and maintained throughout shift
  • Alert management of any service and/or safety issues
  • Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines to ensure total guest satisfaction
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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