Job Summary: The Lead Pastry Cook is responsible for overseeing the daily production and execution of high-quality baked goods, desserts, and pastries. The role requires maintaining high standards of quality and presentation, and collaboration with the kitchen team to ensure adherence to established recipes and procedures. 

Job Fair Dates: 

• Wednesday, June 18th
• Thursday, June 19th
• Saturday, June 21st
• Wednesday, June 25th
• Thursday, June 26th 
• Saturday, June 28th

Job Fair Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location: 88 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, bake, and decorate a wide variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and other baked goods.
• Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the pastry team.
• Follow established recipes and guidelines to ensure consistency in quality, taste, and presentation across all pastry items.
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Clean and organize pastry station, equipment, tools, and ingredients, ensuring proper stock levels.
• Collaborate with chefs and management to execute new menu items and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients and products.
• Maintain knowledge of dietary restrictions and accommodate allergy-friendly alternatives when needed.
• Adhere to Company policies and procedures related to guest services and hospitality.

Must-Haves

• A culinary or pastry degree is preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of professional pastry experience in a fine dining kitchen preferred.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, pastry equipment, and ingredients.
• Creativity and artistic skills for pastry decoration.
• Attention to detail and precision in pastry preparation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and health regulations
• Customer-centric
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Employment Transparency

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of qualified applicants and employees with a disability pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and any applicable state and local laws unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.  If you believe you require such assistance to apply for a position or to participate in an interview, please contact the Human Resources department.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities, including essential job functions, may change at any time with or without notice, to the extent permitted by applicable law.