Adams Italian Pastry Chef - Connecticut

Position Overview:

As a Pastry Chef you are responsible for designing, preparing and presenting a variety of desserts, pastries and baked goods with an Italian to delight customers.  You are responsible for creativity, precision and a deep understanding of baking and pastry techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and developing innovative and visually appealing desserts, menus which include seasonal and specialty items
• Preparing and baking a variety of desserts, pastries and baked goods according to the recipes and customer specification
• Ensuring desserts are presented beautifully and consistently paying attention to detail and aesthetic appeal
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, taste and appearance
• Managing inventory levels, including ordering ingredients and supplies to maintain a well stocked bakery and minimizing waste
• Monitoring and controlling food costs, including portion control and waste management to achieve financial targets
• Maintaining and operating baking/kitchen equipment properly and safely
• Collaborating with other kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient services
• Following all safety and hygiene procedures – including but not limited to proper handling of storage and food products
• Assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment as needed
• Staying up to date on industry trends to elevate prepared dishes
• Performing any other tasks assigned by leadership

Experience:

• Preferred: Two (2) year experience as a chef or relevant experience in Italian based baking/cooking
• Required: ServeSafe Certification
• Preferred: Culinary degree or equivalent but not required

Schedule:

• Days and start times TBD based on business needs
• 5-6 day work week
• Flexibility to work hours needed based on event schedules

Environment:

• Kitchen environment – varying temperatures based on seasons and equipment

Skills:

• Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments;
• Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
• Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill executive directions in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player
• Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards from all perspectives
• Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift