Pastry Cook - Stamford, CT

Abigail Kirsch is a renowned catering company that began in the 1970s as a family-owned business and has grown into one of New York's premier caterers. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional hospitality, service, and delicious food across Connecticut, Westchester, and New York City. Known for its dedication to quality and innovation in the catering industry, Abigail Kirsch operates under the larger umbrella of Elior North America, a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Elior North America supports employee growth and development across all levels, encouraging a supportive and dynamic work environment. This full-time Pastry Cook position is based at the beautiful Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown, NY, within the Abigail Kirsch division, focusing on dining and events. The Pastry Cook role is essential within the kitchen team, contributing to creating and executing delectable desserts that meet high standards of quality and presentation. The position pays between $22 and $24 per hour based on experience, reflecting the company's commitment to fair and competitive compensation. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, efficient kitchen environment where passion for culinary excellence and personal growth are highly valued. As a Pastry Cook, you will work alongside a team of motivated and energetic professionals to craft outstanding pastries including cookies, cakes, chocolate tempering, entremets, friandise, and plated desserts. Attention to detail and multitasking ability are critical as you maintain strict quality and portion control, ensure proper food storage, and adhere to safe food handling policies, procedures, and recipes. This role offers excellent opportunities for culinary professionals passionate about scratch cooking and who seek to expand their skills within a supportive company that values talent and promotes career advancement. Beyond the kitchen, working with Abigail Kirsch means being part of a reputed catering brand known for creative food presentation and high volume quality food preparation. The Pastry Cook will contribute not only to food production but also to maintaining the kitchen’s cleanliness and operational standards, helping ensure a seamless dining and event experience for clients. Elior North America emphasizes equal employment opportunities and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. This position is ideal for those desiring a structured yet stimulating work environment that can help build a long-term culinary career while receiving competitive benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, and more. Your expertise in pastry arts will be expanded and supported in this role, providing a platform for professional and personal development within a company renowned for quality and tradition in the catering industry.

• food handlers' certification (preferred)
• ability to lift 50lbs
• must have prior culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen
• ability to adhere to safety and hygiene standards
• must be able to handle fast-paced kitchen environment