The Pastry Assistant works under the supervision of the Pastry Chef and Culinary Director to create wedding cakes and a variety of pastry items, as well as house made sweets for plated dinner service and banquet dessert displays. The Pastry Assistant will work creatively as part of a team within a fast-paced work environment while strictly adhering to established sanitation and safety standards.

*Hours are flexible*

*Weekend availability required*

*Eligible for 401K match, health benefits, parking, vacation time, paid holidays

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

· Make buttercreams 

· Produce breads, ice cream and sorbets 

· Meet production schedules and timelines for pastry needs

· Produce and assemble desserts; create custards, pastry cream and cheesecake

· Keep pastry shop clean and organized

· Pay close attention to supplies and equipment, informing the pastry chef of any foreseeable shortages or issues

· Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and PPHG requirement

· Adhere to and enforce company policies and processes, cooking methods, standard recipes, portion sizes, kitchen rules and quality criteria 

· Prepare all products according to food handler’s guidelines and follow federal, state, and local regulations and processes relating to food preparation, storage and safety

· Exhibit a strong knowledge of professional kitchen equipment, cooking skills and practices 

· Demonstrate self-discipline, initiative, attention to detail and leadership with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment; analyze and execute simultaneous decisions with both speed and accuracy

· Possess excellent communication skills to clearly relate information and ideas, and follow written or verbal instructions quickly and accurately

· Maintain a pleasant, polite manner with a neat and clean appearance

· Work cooperatively and professionally with other departments, with respect to the chain of command 

· Be willing to work all shifts and holidays

· Fulfill essential functions of the position that require long periods of standing and/or walking

· Demonstrate the ability to lift 50 lbs

· Have a valid driver’s license.

SWEET TOOTH REQUIRED 

Desired attributes: creativity, attention to detail, positive work ethic, organized team player with a sweet tooth. Must be able to organize time effectively, plan and prioritize tasks.

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate food knowledge and preparation as part of the interview process.