Boka Restaurant Group and the Chicago Athletic Association are currently seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to join their team!
As the Executive Pastry Chef , you will report directly to the Executive Chef. Previous banquet and restaurant experience is essential for the success of this role.
General Description :
As the Executive Pastry Chef , you are responsible for maintaining all pastry menus and recipes used in the restaurant, preparation, presentation, and service of these menu items. You are responsible for the maintenance of food cost and all related budgets as assigned by senior BOH management and General Managers, as well as all related systems. You a re to oversee the upkeep of all systems, inventory, and sanitation, and coordinate with senior BOH management in the continued education of all BOH / FOH staff.
Benefits & Perks : Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!
About Boka Restaurant Group : Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of America’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here : https : / / www.bokagrp.com /
Schedule :
- Five days a week, on-site; the schedule will vary based on business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Specific Tasks : As the Pastry Chef at the CAA with Boka Restaurant Group , you wil l be responsible f or :
Overseeing the pastry program , maintaining all pastry menus and recipes used in the restaurants , and for the preparation, presentation, and service of these menu items.Ordering and overseeing inventory for all pastry-related items and developing strategies to maintain , control, and calculate food costs. You will also review all purchase orders and invoices to track all ordered and incoming products .Working with the C hef Partner to regularly create e xciting and innovative desserts.Managing and continuous training of the pastry staff, including assigning production duties to all pastry staff and practicing, training, monitoring, and maintaining sanitation standards, including state and local health guidelines.Fostering an open line of communication with upper management to address any issues or concerns as they arise, as well as organizing and designing a pastry portion of weekly management meetings.Working with the private events / banquets directors to coordinate all private events' dessert portions.Assisting in ordering all products based on par systems and inventory management. Overseeing all ordering and inventory to ensure low Food Costs.Addressing all kitchen-related problems and incidents in a timely and effective manner. Ensuring that all incidents are reported through proper email communication to leadership.Contributing to closing emails for each shift with count sheets, cover counts from the day / next day’s cover count / hotel occupancy, repairs and maintenance, personnel updates, plus additional notes.Physical RequirementsLift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 poundsSafely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipmentStand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven and slick surfacesEnvironmental FactorsAbility to bear exposure to hot and cold environmentsSafely and effectively work with various cleaning chemicalsAbility to work in an environment with exposure to all major allergensManagerial Expectations :
Hospitable : We are known for exceptional customer service in all of our pursuits, and it is your job to uphold these high standards, and to find ways to go above and beyond the client's expectations.Positive, Personable, and Professional . As we all work closely together, we always want to bring positive energy to the group. It is important to clearly, politely, directly and effectively communicate with your staff, fellow managers, corporate management, and guests.Flexible . This is of utmost importance, as the restaurant industry can be very unpredictable. Be willing to do what is asked of you if it benefits the Group as a whole, even if it isn’t exactly outlined in this job description or your expected schedule.Accountable and Responsible . We hold each other accountable to follow through on all commitments with a sense of urgency and consistency. It is important to be accountable for your actions and to hold others accountable for theirs . As a manager, you lead by example, and being punctual, responsible, and consistent with your work ethic and personality will ensure success for you and your team.Solution Orientated . We work in an extremely fast-paced environment and many aspects of our careers require quick thinking and the ability to manage many things at once. Should any problems arise in any facet of your work, you should be able to identify the problem and offer thoughtful, achievable, and appropriate solutions . Having the ability to prioritize the many tasks you are responsible and complete them in order of importance and with keen attention to detail on all aspects is key.Ambitious and Self Aware . There may not be supervision or direction available at all times , so we expect you to maintain high standards for yourself without needing to be told. We look for employees who know their self-worth and are excited about their career day in and day out. It is important to continually push yourself forward by constantly learning, seeking to improve, and never resting on your laurels. It is also important that you are able to receive feedback—both positive and constructive criticism— in order to succeed, grow, and develop within your roll and continue to move forward within the company.An Ambassador of BRG . Perhaps most importantly, we expect all staff of Boka Restaurant Group, regardless of position, to be professional, courteous, and respectful of all other restaurants in the industry. As a Boka Restaurant Group employee, be mindful of your actions in public and know that you are representing our brand whether you’re on the clock or not.If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!
