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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 $17.25 - $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
FREE Education assistance
perks and discounts

Job Description

Maggiano's Little Italy is a renowned full-service restaurant chain known for its authentic Italian cuisine, warm hospitality, and inviting atmosphere. Established with a commitment to traditional family recipes and a scratch kitchen approach, Maggiano's has become a popular dining destination for guests seeking high-quality pasta, delicious entrees, and decadent desserts. The company prides itself on creating an environment where employees are valued team members and can grow their culinary skills while delivering an exceptional guest experience.\n\nThe company is currently looking to hire Pastry Cooks to join their culinary team. These positions are available as both full-time and part-time opportunities at... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Prefer a minimum of 1-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 1-year pastry chef experience in a full service restaurant or the equivalent
  • Ability to meet personal schedule requirements punctually
  • Ability to provide a clean, well-manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant
  • Ability to safely transport containers which weigh up to 30 pounds
  • Ability to stand and or walk for an entire shift
  • Ability to safely move about in all areas of the restaurant
  • Ability to work a variable and flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures

Job Duties

  • Perform a daily walk through inventory in order 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 for 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 procedure
  • 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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