Pastry Cook (Junior Pastry Chef)

Overview:

With dazzling waterfront views, contemporary American cuisine and glamorous décor, Rusty Pelican is known as the hottest destination for locals, celebrities, and tourists alike. Our fresh, inventive menu and top-notch service provided by our exceptional team members like you, are what make the Rusty Pelican Miami a premiere waterfront dining destination.

Rusty Pelican is hiring individuals that believe in the mission of delivering a 5-star experience to our fellow team members, guests, partners and community. Join us in this high energy and naturally fast-paced environment where you are an essential piece to our sophisticated and captivating dining experience.

Job Summary:

The Pastry Cook will plan, prep, set-up, and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Pay: $18 - $22 / hour

Top-Notch Benefits:

• Competitive pay and numerous opportunities for growth + advancement
• 24 hours paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Management Referral Program with a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
• Employee Meals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• Up to 3 days Paid Bereavement
• Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company’s values.
• Full time employees qualify for- Comprehensive Health Plans, Employer paid life Insurance, Supplemental Benefit Plans, 401k with annual employer match

Basic Job Duties:
•Prepare all menu items according to recipe requirements and adhere to product sensitivity and plate presentation guidelines.
•Read tickets and prepare order.
•Coordinate ticket with service/kitchen staff and managers.
•Work with speed and efficiency to ensure proper and timely output of restaurant menu items.
•Keep updated on recipe changes and ensure proper execution of recipe procedures to maintain a high quality and consistent product.

• Bake pastry items according to pre-established recipes.
• Follow plating and display standards.
• Follow portion standards.
• Maintain inventory of prepped ingredients.
• Properly label and store ingredients.
• Keep kitchen area and tools clean.

•Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen area throughout shift.
•Complete assigned prep work for stocking and set up of station. Break down and clean station thoroughly every day.

Education/ Experience/ Skills:
•2 years similar experience required.
•Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate English.