Pastry Sous Chef

Company: Yarzin-Sella Richmond
Location: Richmond
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

High-end food services, but with the DNA of a restaurant. Yarzin Sella provides high-end food services for leading tech companies around the globe. Our goal is to create a unique culinary experience that connects people, whether it is in the world of restaurants or the world of catering.

**Job Summary:** We are seeking a professional Pastry Chef who has a true passion for developing and creating high quality and delicious foods.

**Responsibilities:*

* Operate and manage the daily pastry station of the kitchen and liaise with the executive chef and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment.
* Prepare ingredients and handle baking and other kitchen equipment to the client's guidelines with the Chef De Cuisine.
* Create pastries, baked goods, and confections, by following set recipes.
* Develop new recipes for seasonal menus or Chef's choice menu items.
* Decorate pastries and desserts to ensure beautiful and tasteful presentation.
* Inventory management and ordering using proprietary software and adhering to client's budgetary needs.
* Monitor the stock of baking ingredients.
* Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train team members.
* Ensure the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations.
* Identify and Monitor allergens and dietary restrictions in all produced food.
* Supervise and train staff members, when needed.
* Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

**Requirements:**

* Working knowledge of a vast array of baking techniques and the pastry-making process.
* Creative ability with artistic skill in decorating cakes and other desserts.
* Keen attention to detail.
* Strong communication, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.
* Passion for delicious, flavorful food executed and served with care and consistency.
* Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking.

**Qualifications:*

* A minimum of 2 years of progressive culinary management experience or 2 or more years' experience working within the food industry as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or relevant role.
* Culinary school graduate or college degree preferred.
* Prior experience and success in running a busy kitchen.
* Wide array of cuisine and culinary experience.
* Knowledge of substitution to accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions.
* Exemplary record of attendance, safety, and performance in previous position.
* Sous Chef in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant or equivalent.


**Computer Skills:** Strong Knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Cloud-Based Services such as G-Drive.

**Certifications & Licenses:** Food Handler's License.


**Yarzin Sella is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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