Pastry Cook

Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare a menu for service.

• Weigh and measure ingredients for cooking.
• Prepare a variety of pastry & bakery items.
• Prepare sauces and garnishes for the allocated station.
• Cover, date and correctly store all food items as per safe food-handling procedures.
• Inform chef in advance of possible shortages.
• Serve food in keeping with the standards of the establishment.
• Ensure the correct temperature of food to make it attractive and tasty.
• Taste all food items for quality purpose before serving.
• Use food preparation tools following manufactures instructions.
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
• Maintain an organized and sanitized work area at all times.
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy, and all products are stored appropriately.
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices.
• Return dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.
• Assist staff with other duties as assigned by kitchen manager.
• Cleans kitchen before and after shift.
• Sanitize refrigerators and storerooms.
• Operate and maintain all kinds of kitchen appliances.
• Report any unforeseen circumstances, maintenance needs or faulty equipment to the manager.
• Maintain outstanding working relationships with staff, guests, and supervisors; and
• Any other duties that may be assigned to you.