Pastry Sous Chef
On-siteTampa, Florida, United States
Tampa, Florida, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeHigh School Or EquivalentHospitalityMedium
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentMediumHospitality
Job Summary
Ensure exceptional preparation of all desserts and pastries for guests while developing and maintaining a strong team environment consistent with Bern's Steak House standards. Oversee daily functions of the pastry and Harry Waugh Room kitchen operations, including prep, execution, equipment cleaning, and supply stocking. Monitor business flow to adjust cuts appropriately, communicate shift issues to management, and coach staff on uniform, grooming, and safety procedures. Work mostly PM shifts with late-night hours, weekends, holidays, and long periods standing over hot stoves.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or higher
- 2 year experience in the pastry or related professional area
- Ability to lift 25 – 50 lbs
- Ability to use knives and kitchen machinery safely and effectively
- Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, days, nights and holidays
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work long hours standing over hot stoves and grills
- Ability to work as a team in a stressful, fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of different cooking recipes and all kitchen equipment
- Able to make great quality desserts and pastries
- Follow ServSafe sanitary compliance throughout every area working in the kitchen
- Follow all safety procedures to include knife safety
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Ability to work long hours as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Preferable, 2-year degree from an accredited university in Pastry Arts with a restaurant background
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