Pastry Assistant/ Baker

Job Description PASTRY ASSISTANT/BAKER POSITION SUMMARY Assists the Pastry Chef in the daily activities of the kitchen, including menu development, inventory and purchasing of supplies, and cost control. Responsible for the production and presentation of pastries and other baked goods.

Educational Requirements and Experiences

? College level / graduate or equivalent

Other Requirements:

? Male
? Experience working in the food industry
? 1-2 years previous experience in a similar capacity is an advantage
? Knowledge of Basic Food Cost
? Knowledge in computer system and reporting

Skills

? Previous experience in a similar capacity is an advantage
? Knowledge of Basic Food Hygiene
? Attention to detail
? Punctual
? Commitment to safety and security procedures
? Enthusiasm for upholding hygiene standards
? Exhibit a strong knowledge of professional kitchen equipment, cooking skills and practices
? Demonstrate self-discipline, initiative, attention to detail and leadership
? With the ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment; analyze and
? Execute simultaneous decisions with both speed and accuracy

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Development, inventory and purchasing of supplies, and cost control.
2. Responsible for the production and presentation of pastries and other baked goods.
3. Requires an understanding of state and local food sanitation regulations.
4. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures.
5. Releasing of pastry products for delivery to the stores making sure that products conform with company quality standards.
6. Assist Pastry Chef in pastry preparation, production and presentation activities.
7. Report to Pastry Chef about kitchen and storage equipment repairs, maintenances and malfunctions.
8. Record food spoilage and communicate to chefs.
9. Prepare market list according to daily food orders.
10. Scale, mix and bake scratch cake batters for cake production and banquet desserts.
11. Meet production schedules and timelines for pastry needs.
12. Make buttercreams, pastry creams, caramel, and the likes.
13. Pay close attention to supplies and equipment, informing the pastry chef of any foreseeable shortages or issues.
14. Monitor and control food and labor costs within the allotted budgets.
15. Manage pastry station for optimum production and quality.
16. Order and stock food products in coolers and freezers according to food storage standards.
17. Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and requirements.
18. Other duties set by management.