Executive Pastry Chef - Cassique

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring an experienced and passionate Executive Pastry Chef at the Cassique clubhouse, part of the Kiawah Island Club. Cassique has two dining venues, as well as unique culinary events featuring live open fire cooking. At Voysey's, our fine dining steak centric concept features in-house dry aged Prime steaks on our custom wood fire grill as well as local seafood and handmade pastas. In the Living room, our polished bar venue, expertly composed dishes are served with an emphasis on local products. All pastries, cakes, cookies, gelatos, and sorbets are made in-house using the best ingredients available. Join the team of talented professionals led by Executive Chef Michael O'Shaughnessy, as they create memorable meals in a brand-new showcase kitchen using the freshest ingredients and time-tested techniques with the latest technology. At Cassique, we strive to not only produce beautiful, delicious dishes but also to grow and teach our staff to further their careers.

Qualifications for the position are :

• 3+ years of fine dining pastry chef experience including the management of a team
• A passion, creativity and drive for cuisine and modern industry trends
• Skilled experience in breads, lamination techniques, gelatos, sorbets, pastries as well as plated desserts
• Track record of successful banquet operations
• Willingness to replenish professional knowledge and continued learning
• Comfortable and proactive with dish and technique experimentation
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and be flexible with shifts
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with staff, members, and vendors

The perfect candidates will be responsible for the following, among other duties :

In person applications are welcome between the hours of 8 : 30 a.m. and 5 : 00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 253 Gardeners Circle Kiawah Island, SC 29455.

Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs and be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.