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The Salty Donut

Pastry Sous

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $32.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Job Description

The Salty is a renowned artisan donut shop specializing in chef-made, craft donuts crafted with the highest quality ingredients and a commitment to seasonality. This establishment prides itself on making everything in-house without any artificial ingredients, underscoring their dedication to natural, wholesome food that they would confidently serve to their own families. Located in a bustling culinary scene, The Salty has distinguished itself not only for its exceptional quality donuts but also for its curated coffee menu featuring Intelligentsia Coffee, designed to satisfy a wide range of palates. Beyond the product, The Salty emphasizes a unique guest service philosophy, aiming... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in kitchen or pastry operations
  • Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks such as bending and lifting up to 30 pounds
  • Must be able to work weekends and holidays
  • Fluency in English
  • Willingness to participate in extensive training programs
  • Ability to use production software and tools
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Proven experience in kitchen management or pastry sous chef roles
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills
  • Knowledge of dough mixing, baking, frying and decoration techniques
  • Ability to use production planning software
  • Excellent communication skills in English
  • Ability to train and mentor team members
  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of product quality and cleanliness
  • Experience in fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environments

Job Duties

  • Act in a responsible manner that promotes the culture, values and mission of The Salty
  • Set an example for their team by maintaining consistent attendance, punctuality and cleanliness
  • Direct the team to ensure proper training and update them as needed of changes
  • Ensure all team members uphold Salty's standards of product quality
  • Train new team members on their kitchen stations during orientation, onboarding and training
  • Communicate effectively with other kitchen leaders including the Pastry Chef
  • Form a cohesive team environment that promotes growth and accountability
  • Maintain knowledge of all kitchen disciplines to fill in any BOH team member roles
  • Manage donut production quantities and maintain decoration pace
  • Communicate with front-of-house management to adjust production as necessary
  • Ensure timely readiness and delivery of products
  • Execute special orders such as custom letters and shapes
  • Help maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization
  • Use production software to create prep lists and order guides
  • Perform inventory and assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling
  • Promote a positive work environment by praising team achievements and addressing improvements

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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