Pastry Cook

Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details Major Food Group is hiring experienced Pastry Cooks to join our team at Carbone Vino in Coconut Grove! Vino is a new concept from Major Food Group celebrating timeless artisanship and the most coveted wines of Italy complete with a thousand bottle wine cellar. The menu features an extensive selection of handmade pastas, Sicilian pizzas, signature entrees like spicy rigatoni and friend veal chop prepared your way, and fresh gelato served table-side. We are hiring passionate and dedicated individuals to join our growing Miami team! As a valuable addition to our team, you must ensure that guests have a pleasant and memorable experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Create and prepare all pastry items as required by the business
• Prepare, clean and organize ingredients for use in the kitchen
• Come up with recipe ideas from scratch
• Plan the menu of desserts and pastry to complement savory items
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitized at all times
• Oversee a team of junior pastry cooks and other staff members as necessary
• Maintain up to date knowledge about pastry arts and ingredients
• Carry out administrative duties to maintain an efficient workspace

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum 2 years of experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants preferred but not required
• Culinary diploma with a concentration in Pastry Arts or equivalent in experience strongly preferred
• Team-orientated and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills a must
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work standing and walking for extended periods of time

BENEFITS :

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
• Growth Opportunities
• Progressive Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Allowance
• Unlimited Referral Program

Equal Employment Opportunity

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($16.00 - $18.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Stocking Stations

Creativity in Recipe Development

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Attention to Detail in Food Preparation

Set Up and Stocking Stations With All Necessary Supplies

Ability to Work Under Pressure in a High Volume Environment

Attention to Detail

Leadership Skills in Managing Junior Staff

Food Preparation

Time Management Skills for Efficient Kitchen Operations

Time Management Skills

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Prepare Food for Service (E.G. Chopping Vegetables, Butchering Meat, or Preparing Sauces)

Collaboration Skills in a Team Oriented Environment

Collaboration With Team Members

Adaptability to Changing Menu Requirements

Ability to follow instructions

Customer Service Orientation to Enhance Guest Experience

Stocking and Organizing Supplies

Problem Solving Skills in a Fast Paced Kitchen

Adaptability to Changing Situations

Passion for Pastry Arts and Culinary Excellence

Organizational Skills

Physical stamina for long shifts

Cook Menu Items in Cooperation With the Rest of the Kitchen Staff

Organizational Skills for Ingredient Management

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Follow and Create Recipes Accurately

Cooking Menu Items

Commitment to Continuous Learning in Culinary Trends

Customer Service Orientation

Willingness to Learn and Grow in the Culinary Field

Clean Up Station and Take Care of Leftover Food

Positive interpersonal skills

Ability to Follow Instructions Accurately

Following Instructions

Physical Stamina

Stock Inventory Appropriately

Cleaning Station

Willingness to learn and grow

Ensure That Food Comes Out Simultaneously, in High Quality and in a Timely Fashion

Creativity in Food Preparation

Cleaning Up Stations

Knowledge of food safety practices

Team Orientated and Positive Attitude

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Inventory Management

positive work ethic

Ensuring Food Quality

Must Be Able to Lift Up to 50 Pounds

Cleaning and Sanitation

Must Be Able to Work Standing and Walking for Extended Periods of Time

Ensuring Quality and Timeliness of Food

high volume restaurant experience

Culinary Diploma or Equivalent Experience

Quality Control

Fine Dining Experience

Time Management

team orientation

Positive Attitude

Ability to Work Standing for Extended Periods

Strong Communication Skills

Ability to Work Walking for Extended Periods

Culinary Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Team Oriented

Ability to Work Standing and Walking for Extended Periods

Strong Communication

Physical Strength (Lifting Up to 50 Pounds)

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