Job Description

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:

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.  
  

1. Physical Requirements  
    

• Lift and move up to 10 pounds,   frequently   lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds  

• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment  

• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven and slick surfaces  

 

1. Environmental Factors  

 

• Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments  

• Safely and effectively work with various cleaning chemicals  

• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to all major allergens  

 

Managerial 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!

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,

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