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French Pastry Chef- NYC

Compass Group

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$110,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Bakery Department, Best Practices, Catering Services, Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Culinary Training, Employee Assistance Plan, Federal Laws and Regulations, Food Handling Practices, Food Production, Food Safety, French Language, Gourmet Food, Health Department, Insurance, Inventory Management, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Menu Development, Microsoft Office, Operations, Organizational Skills, Performing Arts, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Production Support, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Restaurant, Retirement Plan, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, ServSafe Certification, State Laws and Regulations, Trend Analysis, Wholesale Industry
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
Today
Position Title: French Pastry Chef- NYC

Salary: $100,000-$110,000/Year

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

As the French Pastry Chef, you are responsible for the preparation, production, and ordering for the pastry department for a brand new, gourmet French food and delicatessen outlet located at 1100 Avenue of the Americas. You are responsible for supporting the Executive Chef with the effective execution of culinary services for the 75-100-seat restaurant.

You are responsible for handling, preparing, and storing perishable products. You will adhere to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe, and sanitary food production, preparation, and presentation. Additional duties may include menu development, inventory, ordering, sanitation, and hourly associate management, including hiring, counseling, coaching, and development.

French Culinary Training required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare, produce, and oversee the daily operations of the pastry department, ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation
  • Manage inventory and place orders for pastry ingredients and supplies to support efficient production and minimize waste
  • Manage the high-volume wholesale of the operation
  • Properly handle, prepare, and store perishable products in accordance with food safety and quality standards
  • Maintain strict compliance with HACCP guidelines and all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
  • Ensure a clean, organized, and safe work environment while promoting best practices in food handling and production
Preferred Qualifications:
  • French Culinary Training required
  • Minimum three years of related French Pastry experience in an upscale, high-volume restaurant
  • Ability to demonstrate creative and quality-driven pastry skills
  • Must have good food knowledge and recognition of quality products
  • Strong knowledge of current food and catering trends with a focus on using seasonal ingredients, production, sanitation, food cost controls, menu development and presentation
  • Excellent overall computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
  • ServSafe of the Department of Health certification is a plus
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.



Req ID: 1537905

Restaurant Associates

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