Occasions is hiring: Executive Pastry Chef in Washington
Occasions, Washington, DC, US
Job Description
Position Title: Executive Pastry Chef
Reports To: Director of Culinary
Salary: $110,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
a vision for creating remarkable events
FOOD FIRST. INSPIRED BY INGREDIENTS. GREAT SERVICE.
Our Approach
Since 1986, Occasions Caterers is a full service catering firm located in Washington DC and had built its premier reputation for flawless execution of elegant events. The Occasions’ team works closely with our clients to design, customize and create remarkable events.
We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to re?ect our clients unique style, taste and vision.
Come join our team of inspired professionals and be a part of the unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed our clients expectation and delight in every way.
Working as an Executive Pastry Chef, you are responsible for the preparation, production and ordering for the pastry department. You are responsible for handling, preparation and storing perishable products. You will adhere to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production, preparation and presentation. Additional duties may include menu development, inventory, ordering, sanitation, and hourly associate management to include hiring, counseling, coaching and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepares, produces and orders for the pastry department
- High volume pastry production for large off premise events
- Oversee pastry department
- Menu innovation
- Handles, prepares and stores perishable products
- Adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production
Preferred Qualifications:
- Culinary degree is preferred
- Minimum 6 years related experience in upscale, high volume in hotel and/or catering operations
- Ability to demonstrate creative and quality driven pastry skills
- Must have good food knowledge and recognition of quality product
- Strong knowledge of current food and catering trends with a focus on using seasonal ingredients, production, sanitation, food cost controls, menu development and presentation
- Excellent overall computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
- ServSafe of Department of Health certification a plus
Apply to Occasions Caterers today!
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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Req ID:1376338
Occasions
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