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East Bank Club Pastry Cook in Chicago, Illinois
East Bank Club, an upscale and prestigious fitness, sports, and dining facility in Chicago, is seeking a talented Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. As a Pastry Cook, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of desserts, pastries, and baked goods for our dining outlets and special events. You will work under the guidance of our Chefs to ensure the highest quality and consistency in our pastry offerings.
Rate of pay: $24.00 per hour. This role is considered entry level
Responsibilities:
Prepare a variety of desserts, pastries, and baked goods according to recipes and standards
Assist in the production of high-quality breads, cakes, cookies, and other pastry products
Plate and garnish desserts in an appealing and creative way
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Ensure proper storage and handling of all pastry ingredients
Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
Collaborate with other members of the culinary team to ensure efficient operations
At all times, proper sanitation and safety guidelines must be followed, and all kitchen work and storage areas must be kept clean and organized.
Help with inventory management and ordering of pastry supplies
Requirements
Previous experience as a Pastry Cook or in a similar role
Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and production
Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
Basic math skills for measuring ingredients, calculating ratios.
Creative flair and artistic skills in plating and presentation
Attention to detail and high standards for quality
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
Complete production sheets and other records as required
May be required to prepare baked goods for special diets
Provide training and coaching for staff as needed
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods of time
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Minimum of two years of experience in preparing and training others in fruit coulis preparation is required.
Culinary degree or formal pastry training (Preferred)
Ability to lift 50lbs
Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Matters:
East Bank Club commits to a culture of inclusion and belonging characterized by connection across our similarities and differences. We honor the dignity of all employees by enabling each to reach their fullest potential and, by doing so, better serve our members. We serve a diverse group of members and recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employee and member experience required to support our mission. EBC is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.
Benefits
Time Off & Retirement
Paid Time Off
401(k) with company match up to 3%
Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
Holiday Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Health & Wellness:
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
HSA and FSA enrollment options
Short- & Long-Term Disability options
Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Pet Insurance through MetLife
Employee Perks:
Free workout privileges
Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
Access to Tickets at Work discounts
Tuition reimbursement