Position: Executive Pastry Chef
About: The Metropolitan Club of the City of Washington, founded in 1863, is a prestigious private club located in Washington, D.C. It attracts distinguished members from around the world and has been a haven for local, national, and international leaders, including many U.S. Presidents. The Clubhouse, a historic landmark, offers various dining venues and facilities for events.
Requirements: Responsible for planning, staffing, and execution of all items prepared in the pastry and bake shop; check daily functions and ensure that all items are ordered, accounted for, and produced on schedule; be an empathetic leader with drive and strong organizational skills; must be a team player and able to accept constructive criticism and work collaboratively with team members; fashion table and pastry decorations from sugar paste and icings; work closely, communicate, and share information efficiently and daily with the Executive Chef; attend committee meetings as directed; knowledgeable in contemporary Plated Desserts and in ‘Old Fashion Desserts’ with a skill-set in Wedding Cakes, Breads, Cookies and Petit Fours; develop, recommend, and produce daily/weekly dessert features along with custom designing private events and club-produced banquet offerings; work on the budget with Executive Chef forecasting any changes in the bakeshop and any capital wants or needs for the coming year; be visible at peak periods in the Dining room and at events; must have prior private-club experience or experience in a multi-unit operation of exceptional luxury; strongly preferred to have a long tenure in all past pastry positions
Benefits: Employee discount on food and beverages, 401(k)
