Pastry Cook
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Job DetailsMajor Food Group is coming back full circle to Mulberry St. with the opening of Torrisi, just a few blocks from the original Torrisi Italian Specialties, where it all began. Located in the historic Puck Building, Torrisi, a love letter to Little Italy, proudly presents an Italian-American restaurant with an extensive wine program, a New York-Italian cocktail bar and a luxe deli. Chef Rich Torrisi presides over an open kitchen and presents showstopping dishes, with many prepared or finished tableside to engender warm and welcoming hospitality.MFG is hiring experienced Pastry Cook with a strong work ethic to help set and maintain the highest standards of cuisine and professionalism. Fine dining experience is required for this role.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 workspaceREQUIREMENTS:* 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* PM availability required* Team-orientated and positive attitude* Strong communication skills a mustBENEFITS:* 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* TransitChek DiscountEqual Employment OpportunityMajor 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 DetailsCompensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $22.00)Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining DiscountsRequired SkillsPastry PreparationIngredient OrganizationCreating recipesKitchen SanitationMenu PlanningKitchen Cleanliness and SanitationKnowledge of Pastry ArtsTeam ManagementCommunicationKnowledge of Pastry Arts and IngredientsAdministrative DutiesFine Dining Experiencehigh volume restaurant experienceCulinary Diploma PreferredCulinary Diploma or Equivalent ExperiencePositive AttitudeCommunication SkillsStrong Communication SkillsRead more