Pastry Cook - Alice in Appalachia

Pastry Cook - Alice in Appalachia

Job Summary:

The Pastry Cook is responsible for creating high-quality desserts and pastries for a restaurant, bakery, or catering company. They are skilled in producing a wide variety of baked goods, from traditional pies and cakes to artisanal pastries and confections. The Pastry Cook also oversees the daily operations of the pastry kitchen, manages inventory, and ensures that all products meet the highest standards of taste, texture, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare a variety of baked goods, including cakes, pies, pastries, cookies, and other desserts, using traditional and artisanal methods

Create unique and innovative pastry items that reflect seasonal flavors and trends

Manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain a clean and organized workstation

Oversee the pastry kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and ensure a smooth workflow

Collaborate with the executive chef, line cooks, and other staff to plan and execute pastry menus and specials

Ensure that all products meet the highest standards of taste, texture, and presentation

Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Pastry Cook or similar role in a restaurant, bakery, or catering company

Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and ingredients, including mixing, shaping, baking, and decorating

Ability to create and execute pastry menus and specials

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Familiarity with food safety and sanitation guidelines