Pastry Sous Chef

Santi
New York, New York
Full Time

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Required Years of Experience

3 years

Job Details

We are hiring a Pastry Sous Chef for Santi!

The Pastry Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef to create and execute high-quality pastries, desserts, and confections. This role will involve supervising and training pastry staff, ensuring consistency in product quality, and contributing to menu development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assists the Executive Pastry Chef in developing and designing new pastry recipes and menus.
Oversees daily pastry production, ensuring that all items meet quality standards and are prepared in a timely manner.
Supervises, mentors, and trains junior pastry staff, providing guidance and feedback.
Manages inventory and orders supplies as needed, ensuring optimal stock levels and cost control.
Maintains cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, adhering to food safety and sanitation regulations.
Collaborates with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate delivery of pastry orders.
Monitors and manages production schedules to meet demand while minimizing waste.
Participates in training about standardized policies (HR, fire, hygiene, health, safety, employee handbook, etc.)
Maintains a strong understanding of company background, core values and philosophy
Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
Performs other work-related duties as assigned by the Executive Pastry Chef and/or senior leadership

Candidates can expect :

Competitive wages, above industry standard benefits, paid sick leave, and generous vacation time
To be part of a growing team, and regularly engage together in cross-company dialogue and exchange
A dedicated team of operators to support the venue and team

Compensation and Benefits

$70,000 - $75,000 annually
Health insurance
Pre-tax transit benefits
Paid time off

Position Requirements:

Minimum 3+ years working in a fine dining restaurant as Pastry Sous Chef or in a similar role
Culinary degree or equivalent certificate preferred
NYC Food Protection Certificate required
Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, dessert presentation, and ingredient handling.
Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Creative flair with a passion for innovation and attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks with attention to detail

Physical Demands

Ability to be flexible with job demands and open-minded when being asked to complete tasks
Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the restaurant
Ability to handle stress under pressure
Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing 50 pounds
Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates
Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day

BBianco Hospitality Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary/Hourly ($70,000.00 - $75,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits

Required Skills

Pastry Techniques

Ability to Work Collaboratively With a Team

Dessert Presentation

Strong Communication Skills

Ingredient Handling

Problem Solving Skills

Leadership

Time Management Skills