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DO & CO

Pastry Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid meals
Career development opportunities
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Job Description

DO & CO is a globally recognized hospitality and culinary company renowned for delivering exceptional gourmet experiences across various platforms including airline catering, international event catering, and an extensive portfolio of restaurants, lounges, and hotels. Operating in 32 locations across 12 countries and 3 continents, the company prides itself on maintaining the highest standards of quality in both its products and services. With a passion for excellence and innovation, DO & CO continuously refines classic culinary techniques while exploring new horizons to offer unique and extraordinary gourmet entertainment worldwide. Their commitment to hospitality excellence is reflected in their dedicated teams... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years managing a high-volume pastry/bakery kitchen
  • Experience overseeing a team of at least 3 members
  • Knowledge of HACCP, OSHA, FDA regulations, and food safety standards
  • Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexible scheduling availability including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to handle substantial workloads and endure extended periods of standing

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years managing a high-volume pastry/bakery kitchen, ensuring quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
  • Proficient in baking procedures and terminology, with experience overseeing a team of at least 3 members
  • Exceptional organizational skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively
  • Capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, handling substantial workloads, and enduring extended periods of standing
  • Strong culinary knowledge of relevant terms, procedures, and practices
  • Hands-on approach with the ability to respond promptly and with urgency
  • Flexible scheduling availability, accommodating various shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays)
  • Knowledge of HACCP, OSHA, FDA regulations, and food safety standards is required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills with leadership experience in diverse teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred
  • certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking is a plus

Job Duties

  • Oversee and manage pastry production schedules to meet demand while minimizing waste and upholding quality standards, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on time
  • Sustain optimal food costs through effective procurement oversight and waste reduction strategies
  • Implement innovative baking methods, including preparation, melting, measuring, tempering, baking, whipping, icing, layering, juicing, and decorating
  • Verify menu planning requirements and contribute to discussions on new pastry items, considering seasonal ingredients, market trends, and customer preferences
  • Supervise and lead a pastry team assigned, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment
  • Train new pastry team members, monitor their performance, and provide ongoing support to help them achieve their goals while maintaining high performance and productivity standards
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards and enforce strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, including proper handling and storage of ingredients, sanitation of equipment, and cleanliness of work areas as outlined in the food safety management system handbook

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location