Pastry Chef - Full-time / Part-time

Maintains excellent kitchen hygiene conditions at all times. Controls food costs on a continual basis within approved budgetary controls. Portions and garnishes all baked goods, desserts, and confections. Ensures the smooth and efficient nighttime operation of the café on a continual basis. Records recipes and cost analysis on café POS system. Has knowledge of all state health department regulations and ensures all conditions and standards are met.

Job Requirements
Culinary degree required.
Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience field in high volume pastry production. ServSafe(R) certification, or ability to become certified, required. Knowledge of all state health department regulations required.
All applicants must be able to pass a drug screen and background check as well as be bondable. Reputable prior references required along with past salary history.
Understand and follow performance standards, policies and procedures as they relate to Cafe operations.
Maintains professional appearance and grooming.
Encourages mutual respect, dignity and integrity with all employees by setting positive examples at all times. Instills an atmosphere that encourages employees under their direction to share ideas, discuss concerns, and resolve conflicts. Explains why we do things, in advance of doing them.
Physical requirements:
* Requires standing for long periods of time.
* Requires walking primarily on a level surface, though occasionally slippery, for periods throughout the day.
* Requirements include reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting up to 25 pounds for restaurant equipment, supplies, and restocking.
This position represents the highest quality of excellence in regard to the product we provide to the buying public and therefore the person who is ultimately hired for the position will be charged with insuring that the cafe's reputation is maintained, but also the overall guidance and development of this department for our future franchises. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Additional Information
Employee expectations of all positions:
At Goose Feathers Cafe, It All Starts With Fresh.TM We give food the care it deserves and take great pride in all we do. We maintain exceptionally high standards in the quality of our food and its consistent preparation. We expect every Goose Feathers Cafe employee to embrace and maintain our quality standards in everything they do. Whether it is in food preparation, customer service, bussing tables or food delivery, every role is critical to our success and every task is worth doing exceptionally. All employees of Goose Feathers Cafe are held to the same high standards of excellence.
Traits / Distinguishing Characteristics:
* Demonstrated commitment to quality in every task performed.
* Exceptionally high standards of sanitation in food preparation and work area cleanliness.
* Takes ownership of work and demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility for decisions and actions
* Seeks and receives feedback graciously and with a dedication to continuous improvement.

Starting Salary $36,000 or can be higher based on experience level + performance incentives
Position may evolve into head pastry chef and trainer for any future stores at which time salary will increase to fit new job requirements. Increase if performance criteria are achieved and with a favorable Reviews
Health Benefits after 3 months
5 days paid vacation after one year of employment