Executive Pastry Chef - Furman University

Job Description

Job Description

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

This Executive Pastry Chef role at Furman University is responsible for leading all pastry operations while overseeing overall kitchen functions. The position directs the preparation of meals and scratch-made, high-end desserts in alignment with corporate programs and guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in high-volume pastry production, catering, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities :

Plans regular and modified menus in accordance with established standards

Trains kitchen staff in pastry techniques, safe food handling, equipment use, sanitation, and food safety protocols

Maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for all work areas and equipment

Manages food and supply inventory within budget while ensuring availability of needed items

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local sanitation regulations and internal procedures

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

A.S. degree or equivalent culinary experience

3–5 years of progressive pastry / kitchen management experience

Strong background in high-volume pastry production and made-from-scratch desserts

Skilled in high-end catered dessert preparation

Thorough knowledge of food and catering trends, quality control, sanitation, cost management, and presentation

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet tools

Extensive catering experience a plus

Experience in complex, high-volume foodservice operations is highly desirable

ServSafe certification preferred

Open availability required

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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Associates at Bon Appetit  are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID :    1466590

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