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Snow King

Executive Pastry Chef

Snow King, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298


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About Us

At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.

Location Description

The Boston Harbor Hotel is Boston’s premier waterfront hotel, where luxury service is personal. We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, as well as growth opportunity. All candidates must display superior service orientation, be willing to learn and work as part of our team. Due to the nature of our business, schedule flexibility is required for all positions.

Overview

JOB SUMMARYThe Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for overseeing the Pastry Kitchen AM Pastry Cooks to ensure productivity, quality and ensuring that the standard of the product is exceeding expectations. This position is also responsible to coach & counsel staff when appropriate, including monitoring that policies and procedures are being met. Also, ensuring the desserts, plating and presentation are up to the Forbes Standards. The Executive Pastry Chef is in charge of hiring all new Pastry Cooks, and monitors the bench tests to ensure the potential hire would be a good fit for the team.Education:Graduation from accredited Culinary school, or equivalent work experience. Baking & Pastry Arts degree preferred, but will consider overall experience.Experience:Minimum of 5 years of Pastry Management experience required.Hospitality experience preferred, as well as previous experience in a High Volume Culinary Environment.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe primary responsibilities for the Pastry Chef will include but are not limited to:Oversee all production of pastry goods, including but not limited to: cookies, brownies, breads, cakes, puddings, icing, specialty pastries, etc.Supervise and design decorating and plating various pastries and desserts for Banquet Service and all Restaurant Outlets.Train and lead Pastry employees in the proper preparation of menu items, equipment and machine safety.Supervise and manage Pastry Cooks, including scheduling, time approval and performance expectations.Continually review menus and items, while coordinating with the Executive Chef to update the menus as appropriate, including recipes, menu specifications and productions forecasts.Oversee that all the equipment in the Pastry Kitchen is clean and in proper working condition, ensuring any issues are taken care of with the Engineering team.Oversee weekly and monthly inventories.Monitor to ensure proper receiving, storage and rotation of food products, as to comply with the City of Boston health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating and placing items in proper containers for kitchen and service.Create and maintain a highly functional, teamwork-oriented, back of the house team.Assist the Executive Chef with special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONSIn addition to performance of key responsibilities, this position may be required to possess a combination of the following skills and experiences:Strong organizational and analytical skills, along with demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.Familiar with monitoring of food and labor costs.Familiar with ordering and inventory procedures and health and sanitation guidelines.Demonstrated ability to work cohesively with a team.Ability to exercise sound logic and judgment in evaluating situations and utilizing appropriate resources.Must be self-directed, motivated and demonstrate exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing. A second language is desirable.Must have experience in all Microsoft Office and industry relevant payroll systems.Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often. May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.The Boston Harbor Hotel is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color national origin, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

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