The Kitchen Bistro in Chicago is a community gathering spot featuring a seasonal menu and shared plates set in a modern, rustic atmosphere. The Pastry Cook is responsible for the creation of all pastry items. Our pastry cook supports the team and helps to create and maintain an exciting, inviting, and progressive environment. This person should be a high-energy and positive individual who will help foster connections with friends, family, and the community through service, food, and drink. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, eager to learn, and adaptable. We offer a unique, fun environment with the opportunity to grow within the company.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in Pastry Menu Execution
• Responsible for the appearance and taste of all pastry items to the restaurant’s standards.
• Organizing and executing daily prep duties.
• Communication with the head Chef and Sous Chef regarding prep and menu items.
• Responsible for organization, cleanliness, sanitation & maintenance of pastry equipment and area per regulations of the Health Department and the standards of cleanliness put forth by the restaurant.
• Communication with the Chef and/or Manager on Duty about all pastry-related issues, menu changes, and/or updates before, after, and during service.
• Responsible for receiving orders from purveyors and assuring their accuracy.
• Ensure quality and standards are always upheld through proper preparation of food and adherence to recipes.
• Assist the team as needed. Perform related work as requested; model and promote teamwork.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to perform all functions at the restaurant level.
• Working with hot, cold, and potentially hazardous equipment as well as operating office equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell.
• The employee is frequently required to walk and may be required to work in very warm or cold conditions for an extended period of time.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 45 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 45 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Salary: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour plus service fee

• PTO and Paid Sick Time
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Discounted RTA pass
• Store discount
• Educational Reimbursement
• Advancement Opportunities
• Great Company Culture and Community Involvement

• Two years of experience preferred.
• Excellent understanding of various ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Passionate about quality local foods.
• Superior temperament and adaptable nature.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.