Pastry Chef

Clark's Houston is hiring! You should be knowledgeable of various pastry techniques and have a passion for food. Ultimately, an exceptional pastry cook should be able to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills. Duties and responsibilities include:Assisting in preparing all bread production and deesert prep. Preparing all foods as directed by the head pastry chef and company standards.Plating and garnishing meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the pastry chef.Collaborating with chefs to ensure that all given tasks are completed in a timely manner.Ensuring that pastry station is adequately stocked with the necessary ingredients and equipment.Ensuring that all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift.Adhering to standard food rotation practices to reduce food wastage and minimize the risk of contamination.Assessing the quality of delivered food supplies to ensure that it meets restaurant standards. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):Minimum 1-year pastry experience requiredActive Food Handlers certificate requiredHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferredSound knowledge of food health and safety regulationsAbility to work as part of a team and in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and leadership skillsAbility to prioritize job duties and manage time effectivelyBenefits and Perks:Health Benefits, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays for Full Time EmployeesRestaurant, and Retail DiscountsWine Education ReimbursementReferral IncentivesVolunteer OpportunitiesCareer Advancement Opportunities Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods of being on your feet per shift.Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. Must be eligible to work in the United States. MML Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Compensation DetailsCompensation: Hourly ($16.00 - $21.00)Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining DiscountsRequired SkillsKnife SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureFood Safety KnowledgeAttention to DetailPrepping IngredientsCreativity in Food PresentationFood Handler CertificationAdaptability to Changing TasksProblem Solving SkillsAbility to follow instructionsTeam CollaborationCustomer Service OrientationPhysical StaminaAbility to Handle Multiple TasksKnowledge of food safety practicesTime efficiencyInventory Management SkillsQuality ControlCommitment to Continuous Learning