Ci Siamo is a restaurant from Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group and James Beard semifinalist Chef Hillary Sterling. Located at Manhattan West, this NYT Top 100 restaurant celebrates the beauty of simplicity centering around live-fire cooking. The Italian-inflected menu takes inspiration from Chef Sterling's extensive travels and is rooted in the understated excellence of seasonal ingredients and purposeful preparations. Ci Siamo, which loosely translates to "we've made it" or "we've arrived," bridges the traditional with the contemporary to introduce a new space that is at once transportive yet warmly familiar.
The Pastry Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food and pastry items for service in the restaurant. You have a strong passion for food, technique, and an eagerness to learn more, which comes with the opportunity to build on your skills and grow as a leader in the kitchen.
Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
Demonstrate an understanding of baking and pastry techniques, production, and proper use of kitchen equipment
Consistently ensure that station mise en place is excellently prepped, seasoned, and prepared to the standards taught by restaurant's culinary leaders by the beginning of service
Maintain a sound and inquisitive working knowledge of common seasonal ingredients and retain new knowledge of ingredients used in our cuisine
Effectively participate in a professionally run service period, restocking stations as needed and performing last minute or special-order prep needs with a calm sense of urgency
Communicate effectively and hospitably with all teams throughout the day and throughout service
Maintain an orderly and neat work area displaying calm professionalism to promote food quality and reduce waste. Follow all recipes, portioning, proper storage and FIFO to minimize waste
1+ years experience as a Pastry Cook
Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
At Union Square Hospitality Group, extending Enlightened Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Pastry Cook, you'll enjoy:
Competitive pay: Hourly rate of $18 - $21/hour
Quick access to earnings: Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you'll have next-day access to earnings and flexible saving options
Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care
Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work
Invest in your future: A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savings
Peace of mind: Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services
Support in times of need: Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardship
Dining Discount: A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved ones
Convenience & flexibility: Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking
Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality
Integral to our culture are our six behaviors. Our behaviors guide how we work together.
We play to win with humble swagger. Hospitality is a team sport where everyone deserves an opportunity to thrive and belong
Turn over the rocks and always be connecting dots to build uplifting experiences and relationships
Center the salt shaker with an unwavering commitment to excellence and the values that matter most
Write a great next chapter. The road to success is paved with mistakes well-handled
Bring a charitable assumption and err on the side of generosity
Leave our campsite better than we found it; always responsible for the impact of our wake