Job: Pastry Cook

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Jobing Description

Location: Miami Beach, FL
Description

Department Mission Statement
Provide guests with innovative and authentic menu creation, presentation, and service for all culinary aspects of the property including The Restaurant, The Grill, The Pool & Beach Bar, The Bar & Courtyard and In Room Dining.

Job Purpose
Manage the day to day operation of the pastry kitchen. Oversee quality, cost control, safety standards and hygiene.

Skills / Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 8–10 years experience in a luxury hotel or restaurant kitchen with relevant tertiary qualifications in pastry cooking.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proven leadership skills.

• Ensure the pastry kitchen is consistently managed in a professional manner.
• Daily walk through to check kitchen equipment is in proper working condition.
• Daily confirmation of time and attendance of kitchen employees in accordance with hotel guidelines.
• Check all ordering is correct to market lists.
• Check all daily bookings for all restaurants.
• Liaise daily with Executive Chef to ensure there is up to date communication within the pastry kitchen.
• Co-ordinate all aspects of the operation of the pastry kitchen according to business levels.
• Complete seasonal menu development in accordance with hotel standards.
• Set all standard operating procedures for the kitchen operation in conjunction with the Executive Chef.
• Recruit and train employees in accordance with hotel guidelines.
• Encourage and assist with the development of employees.
• Ensure disciplinary and grievance procedures are adhered to in accordance with hotel guidelines.
• Ensure food and labor costs are in line with the hotel budgeted guidelines.
• Ensure correct use of all assets and to maximize energy conservation.
• Observance of safety and sanitization of all areas.
• In addition, other duties may be required as directed by the Executive Chef.