Pastry Chef at RMD Group
Description
Position Summary:
Responsible for the daily execution of all culinary operations. The Pastry Chef role oversees the activities of kitchen staff while in the kitchen pay close attention to details is also expected to develop the menu and culinary team, manage costs, manage operations in conjunction with the Executive Chef and follow all procedures set forth by the Company. Be Creative and have top class abilities that have been developed over years in the industry. Creativity is the most important to set you apart from the rest and to be motivated with daily interaction with staff to be people-oriented and outgoing. Responsible for food preparations and working Dessert line and preparing Bread for daily service.
Type: Hourly, Full time
Pay Rate: 75k-80K
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Arrive for all assigned shifts on time and in proper uniform in accordance with all Company policies
- Monitor the production of food preparation and service for the specified shift on both floors
- Do daily line checks of all Pastry stations to ensure proper quality, temperature and freshness of products is being maintained
- Ensure all production pars are at acceptable levels daily and for the following shift
- Ensure all served food meets Company and Health quality standards
- Prepare all specialty items as directed by the Executive Chef and CDC
- Communicate daily with the Executive Chef regarding product specification
- Manage employees within a positive working environment
- Report any unsafe working conditions
- Report all work related accidents to the Executive Chef and follow Company procedures
- Ensure all staffing is at proper levels and employees report to work on their scheduled shifts
- Initiate all administrative requirements as needed
- Monitor all food waste and eliminate all posing problems. Enforce all departmental efforts to control food costs, keeping kitchen within published budget.
- Maintain all procedural manuals and guides including menu guide, menu book, prep book, inventory, plate presentations, menu items, recipe books, photo books of latest items, kitchen SOP booklet.
- Prepare and monitor: Prep par sheets, maintenance logs for kitchen equipment, food cost sheets, order guide.
- Prepare all pastry teamwork schedules
- Conduct individual pre-shift meetings with staff when needed
- Monitor all product requisitions
- Must be able to create and develop Banquet Desserts, Cakes and petit fours and work with Banquet team
- Working with Sous Chefs for savory menu items needed from pastry
- Maintain the Dry storage room and all Pastry products
- Must have chocolate and candy making experience
- Communicate all restaurant department information to employees. Communicate all departmental goals and concerns to the management team.
- Purchase food using approved vendors
- Prepare menu, order supplies in coordination with the Executive Chef.
- Set monthly professional goals and discuss them with the Executive Chef
- Following established procedures for hiring, coaching and separation of employees as dictated by California State laws and company policies
- Performance reviews for direct reports as assigned by HR: 60- or 90-day reviews AND annual reviews
- Assisting peer management group with meeting expectations for above items as a coordinated team effort.
- Use of ADP HR system to maintain employee records as required by California mandates.
- Compliance with annual management training required by state and local agencies as well as training required by Company policy including sexual harassment training and workplace safety training.
- Must be active and participate and update photos, videos on social media Instagram. Facebook, Twitter
- At least 5 -10 years Pastry experience with extensive knowledge in restaurant, Hotel, and private parties
- Must be familiar with yield management and cost controls
- Must be able to provide legible communication
- Must be able to input and access information in the property management system/computers/point of sales system
- Must be comfortable learning new skills
- Must have a hands-on, proactive management style
Skills and Attitudes:
Must be motivated, hard-working, and passionate. This position requires a strong leader who can handle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
Must have the ability to:
- Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
- Prioritize and organize
- Be a clear thinker, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment
- Follow directions thoroughly
- Understand guest service needs
- Work cohesively as a team with co-workers
- Direct staff performance and follow up with corrections as needed
- Be able to covert recipes from standard to metric conversions
Education:
Must have one or more of the following:
- 5-10 years related experience in pastry, bread making and/or training
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
- Food Handlers Card (must be obtained within 30 days of employment). Serve safe certificate preferred.
- Anti-harassment and nondiscrimination management 2-hour class.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to stand/walk for up to 6 hours at a time
- Must be able to sit for up to 8 hours at a time
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds safely and properly
- Ability to work in a stressful, fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work holidays, nights, and weekend
ABOUT RMD Group
RMD Group was formed by three partners who had a passion for hospitality and creating unforgettable experiences. For over a decade, RMD has been a driving force in the industry, creating some of San Diego’s most successful and exciting concepts including Rustic Root, Huntress, Lumi, Side Bar and FLUXX. In addition, the group works with a thriving portfolio of hospitality and lifestyle concepts that include Ballast Point Brewing and Hard Rock Hotel’s Float and 207. RMD brings extensive expertise in all areas of consulting including design, development, and management, plus a talented team of industry leaders that continue to elevate guest and client experience in San Diego and beyond.