Assistant Pastry Chef
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Bring your creativity and pastry expertise to Splendido, a luxury culinary destination where scratch-made desserts and artisan breads take center stage. As our full-time Assistant Pastry Chef , you'll work side-by-side with our Pastry Chef to lead bakeshop operations, craft stunning pastries, cakes, confections, and seasonal dessert menus, and support events with showpieces and stylish buffet displays. If you're passionate about baking, thrive in a collaborative kitchen, and love delighting guests with high-quality, eye-catching creations-this is the role for you. Weekend, weeknight, and holiday availability required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Lead & Support: Assist Pastry Chef and oversee Baker operations. Bake with Excellence: Craft top-tier pastries, breads, cakes, and desserts from scratch. Menu Innovation: Co-create seasonal dessert menus aligned with Mather standards. Cater with Style: Prepare showpieces and event desserts per BEOs. Quality First: Ensure stunning presentation and consistent product quality. Smart Ordering: Collaborate on purchasing via online platforms. Safety & Cleanliness: Train team on equipment use and food safety; maintain clean workspace. Waste Control: Use production lists and par levels to minimize waste. Nutrition Savvy: Adapt recipes for dietary needs and preferences. Database Management: Keep recipes, nutrition info, and inventory updated. Continuous Improvement: Drive quality assurance and process enhancements. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Required: 2+ years of experience as a baker or pastry cook. Strong knowledge of classic and modern baking techniques. Ability to follow and create standardized recipes. Effective communication with team, residents, and guests. Understanding of nutrition, allergens, and dietary restrictions. Current sanitation certification. Preferred: Culinary Arts degree with a focus in Baking & Pastry. CPC certification from the American Culinary Federation.
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