Fort Lee,NJ,USA Full-time PASTRY CHEF-Fort Lee,NJ | Hiring

Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management, operates through various subsidiaries including Restaurant Associates, which is renowned for providing premier dining and event catering services to prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients across the United States. Headquartered in New York City, Restaurant Associates is known for its innovation, quality, and commitment to excellence in culinary arts. The company has been recognized as one of the best places to work, as evidenced by its Glassdoor Employee Choice Awards, reflecting a positive work environment and strong employee engagement. The current opportunity is for the position of Pastry Chef at the BAC Fauchon location in New York, NY. This role is open for both full-time and part-time employment, presenting a versatile work schedule from Monday to Sunday with varying hours. The Pastry Chef position offers an hourly wage ranging from $19.00 to $23.00, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This role is vital to maintaining the high standards of pastries, desserts, and baked goods that Restaurant Associates is known for. As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for designing, planning, and supervising the daily production of an extensive array of top-quality pastries and desserts. Your expertise will ensure that all culinary creations meet the company's exacting standards for taste, presentation, and consistency. A key aspect of this position is maintaining strict adherence to recipes and food preparation standards while managing food costs and inventory efficiently. Beyond the culinary responsibilities, the Pastry Chef will oversee kitchen operations related to pastry production, including supervising hourly kitchen and pastry associates. This includes involvement in the hiring process, scheduling, payroll management, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary measures when necessary. The role requires a proactive approach to maintaining kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment upkeep to comply with federal, state, and corporate health and safety regulations. Menu planning and implementation is another critical component, involving collaboration to develop seasonal offerings that delight patrons and align with current food trends. The Pastry Chef will also manage the ordering and inventory of pastry supplies to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and meets production demands. The role is designed for individuals with at least two years of professional pastry kitchen experience, bringing creativity, precision, and leadership to a dynamic culinary environment. The opportunity to join Compass Group's Restaurant Associates means becoming part of a respected industry leader that values employee development, diversity, and work-life balance. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package of perks including retirement plans, health and wellness programs, associate shopping discounts, and voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, critical illness coverage, and more. Full-time associates enjoy additional benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts, contributing to a supportive and rewarding employment experience. Restaurant Associates emphasizes a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing an equal opportunity workplace for all candidates regardless of background. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the role and are encouraged to apply through the online system, with additional application assistance available via text message options. This is a chance to advance your pastry career within a thriving company that fosters creativity, collaboration, and excellence in culinary services. Join Restaurant Associates and contribute to creating memorable dining experiences in some of the nation's most prestigious venues and events.

• At least two years of experience working in a professional pastry kitchen
• Ability to supervise and manage kitchen staff
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to follow recipes accurately
• Physical ability to perform job duties including standing for long periods and lifting
• Ability to work varying schedules including weekends
• Willingness to comply with company policies and safety procedures