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Maggiano's Little Italy

Pastry Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Great pay
overtime eligibility
Paid sick leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Education Assistance
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Maggiano's Little Italy is a renowned full-service Italian-American restaurant known for its authentic family recipes and scratch kitchen approach. As part of a national chain, Maggiano's is committed to delivering high-quality dining experiences that celebrate traditional Italian cuisine with a modern twist. The company focuses on fostering a positive work environment where employees, referred to as teammates, enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and numerous perks including free education assistance and paid sick leave in applicable states. This establishment values quality, tradition, and team collaboration, making it an ideal place for culinary professionals looking to develop their skills and advance their... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Prefer a minimum of one year pastry chef experience in a full service restaurant or the equivalent
  • Meet personal schedule requirements punctually
  • Provide a clean well-manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant
  • Safely transport containers which weigh up to 30 pounds
  • Stand and/or walk for an entire shift
  • Safely transport items to and from the kitchen on a slick and uneven surface and stairs where applicable
  • Safely move about in all areas of the restaurant
  • Work a variable and flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays
  • Perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year pastry chef experience in a full-service restaurant or equivalent
  • Ability to meet personal schedule requirements punctually
  • Provide a clean, well-manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant
  • Ability to safely transport containers weighing up to 30 pounds
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for an entire shift
  • Capability to work in a variable and flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to perform duties in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke, and extreme temperatures
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to make appropriate judgment calls under stressful conditions

Job Duties

  • Perform a daily walk through inventory to prioritize product utilization
  • Identify and communicate inventory and equipment needs to ordering manager
  • Meet daily with executive chef to coordinate and ensure production standards
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of pastry recipe books prescribing ingredients, product specifications, and portion sizes
  • Assist in the development of dessert menus and items
  • Produce pastries for the restaurant as well as special functions
  • Prepare ingredients needed for recipes of pastry items
  • Prepare pastry items according to prescribed recipes
  • Maintain food quality standards including consistency and presentation
  • Coordinate proper food storage according to standing operating procedures
  • Work dessert station on line when necessary
  • Use equipment as prescribed in preparation of menu items
  • Safely and efficiently use knives and other utensils necessary to complete preparation of menu items
  • Operate functions of position alone and without assistance if necessary
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure safety
  • Communicate problems to management immediately

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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