Pastry Cook

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Location Description

The Quadrangle Club is the faculty and social club of the University of Chicago. Established in 1893, the Quadrangle Club has played and continues to be an important role in the intellectual fabric and life of the University of Chicago. Over the decades, the Club has been a place where Nobel laureates, faculty and numerous other scholars have hosted discussions about topics and ideas that have shaped the world. The Club is housed in a historic facility designed by Howard Van Doren Shaw.

Overview

BASIC FUNCTIONS: Perform all baking and pastry functions needed. Maintain a commitment for guest service and employee development. Maintain the highest quality while having an understanding for food cost. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Responsible for food requisition storage, product rotation, ordering of pastry/baking supplies.
2. Prepare food items designated by the sous chef according to Forum standard recipes and policies.
3. Receiving food requisitions checking for food products quality and amount.
4. Responsible for the care and cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
5. Ensure that the baking station is clean and that all food items are properly covered and stored at the end of the shift.
6. Execution of pastry food items for all Restaurants including bar David, the Dining room and events as needed.
7. Consult with the sous chef on daily and weekly banquet forecast and special functions.
8. Monitor production and quality levels of all food products.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Respond to any reasonable task assigned by Executive Chef.
2. Assist in other areas of the kitchen as needed.
3. Maintain ongoing programs for sanitation and safety.
4. Knowledge of kitchens and storage areas.
5. Knowledge of use, cleaning, safe handling and breakdown of all equipment.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE

• Three years culinary experience in similar operation
• Culinary school or related experience.
• Knowledge of baking and pastry production.
• Ability to develop new themed desserts.
• Knowledge of menu preparation, ordering and production organization.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Creative, innovative and assertive personality .