Executive Pastry Chef jobs in Rhode Island

Job Summary:
Groundswell Cafe Bakery is opening a new upscale restaurant in Bristol, RI. We are seeking a skilled and passionate Pastry Chef to join our team. As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for creating, preparing and baking a variety of pastries and desserts for the restaurant. Your creativity and attention to detail will contribute to the overall success of our culinary team. If you have a passion for pastry and enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:
- Create, prepare and bake a wide variety of pastries and desserts according to recipes and quality standards
- Decorate pastries using various techniques to enhance their visual appeal
- Ensure that all baked goods are consistently produced to meet customer expectations
- Monitor inventory levels of baking ingredients and notify the supervisor when supplies need to be replenished
- Collaborate with other members of the culinary team to develop new pastry recipes and menu items
- Assist with food production for catering events or special occasions as needed
- Provide excellent customer service by promptly addressing customer inquiries or concerns

Qualifications:
- Previous experience working as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role in the food industry
- Knowledge of baking techniques, pastry production methods, and food safety regulations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately
- Excellent time management skills to ensure timely completion of tasks
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining high quality standards
- Proficiency in using kitchen equipment such as mixers, ovens, and knives
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team

Pay is negotiable and based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay

Schedule:

• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Bristol, RI 02809 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person