Pastry Cook at Paramount Group Chicago LLC – Chicago, Illinois

PASTRY COOK

Title: Pastry Cook

Reports To: PE Pastry Sous Chef

Hours: Varies according to business needs

Rate: $19-21/hour, based on experience

Do you enjoy spending time in the kitchen and have a passion for baking? Are you looking for an opportunity to build a successful culinary career? Would you like to join an innovative company that values hard work and creating special moments for the people we serve? If this sounds like you, apply today for this culinary position and join our hospitality team!

ABOUT PARAMOUNT EVENTS

At Paramount Events, our strong values and hard work ethics extend to every event we encounter. As a woman-owned and green-certified business, we offer full-service and drop-off catering options that specialize in all-natural and fresh food year-round. We combine culinary experiences with innovative catering and impeccable service to bring Chicago's finest chef-driven cuisine to any table. No matter the size of an event, we strive to ensure that every moment is special, and every menu is unique and fully customized.

Our team is full of talented individuals who are passionate about hospitality and expertly curated experiences. We provide hands-on training in-house and on-site to help our employees thrive in their positions. Our high standards of service wouldn't be possible without our hardworking, dedicated team, which is why we are proud to offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a family-oriented environment that encourages growth and new opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

· Produce a variety of pastries for our catering department, with an emphasis on accuracy and consistency

· Take count of and maintain inventory for consistently produced items

· Note when product is needed, and sharing with Pastry Sous Chef

· Note of any changes, edits and/or discrepancies between production lists and event paperwork

In addition to the above, position will be exposed to pastry production for our restaurant, eden, as well as our in-house bread program.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

• Food Handler's certification
• 2+ years of related experience, preferably in a high-volume setting
• Basic baking knowledge including batters, doughs and breakfast pastries
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Ability to read and follow recipes
• Effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management
• Work well both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and lift at least 50 pounds
• Flexible schedule, weekends required

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(K) after 1 year of employment
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Daily lunch provided
• Free parking
• Snack and beverage bar