Job Description

Position Title:  Pastry Sous Chef

Reports To: Director of Culinary

Salary: $49,500 to $95,000

Other Forms of Compensation:  

a vision for creating remarkable events

FOOD FIRST. INSPIRED BY INGREDIENTS. GREAT SERVICE.

Our Approach

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers is a full service catering firm located in Washington DC and had built its premier reputation for flawless execution of elegant events. The Occasions’ team works closely with our clients to design, customize and create remarkable events.

We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to reflect our clients unique style, taste and vision.

Come join our team of inspired professionals and be a part of the unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed our clients expectation and delight in every way.

Job Summary

 
The Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing a team producing everything from mousses, cookies, quick breads, layered cakes, ice creams, viennoiserie to passed, plated and buffet styled desserts to chocolate work in a high-volume kitchen. This individual will assist in menu development, recipe testing, and working alongside the pastry team in daily production. This individual is expected to develop an understanding of ordering and inventory procedures and must have a good sense of food and labor cost, as they directly affect monthly and yearly revenue. The Pastry Sous Chef will assist in overseeing the overall running of the kitchen and maintaining cleanliness as per Company’s health and safety standards. This individual must foster team spirit to create comradery for a strong, positive, and supportive working environment. The Pastry Sous Chef will assume all responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Pastry Chef. This individual must have flexibility in scheduling.

As a valued member of our team, your compensation will include the following benefits:
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid Time Off to support you in having an active life outside of work
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health• 401(k) to help you invest in your future

What You Bring to the Table

• Commitment to embodying our Family Values of:
• Integrity- Doing the right thing always - using sound judgment - even when no one is looking
• Excellence- Doing what needs to be done, as well as it can possibly be done
• Hospitality- Doing all that can be done for others - and more than is expected - in thoughtful ways that let people know you are on their side
• Entrepreneurial Spirit- Seeing opportunities others haven’t - and creating opportunities others wish they’d thought of first
• Minimum 3 years of Pastry experience in large scale format baking, commissary, catering or hotel preferred
• 1-2 years management experience preferred
• Good communication skills: ability to understand, follow and delegate written and verbal instruction
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective time management
• Ability to motivate, educate and empower the team
• Emotional Awareness under pressure 
• Being comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Experience with systems development and implementation
• Punctual and reliable attendance 
• Knowledge and understanding of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures

Apply to Occasions Caterers today!

Occasions Caterers is a member of Compass Group USA

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. 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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Req ID: 1282242

Occasions  

Gina Barbish  

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