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Ballast Hospitality
St Thomas
FULL TIME
The Easterly [St. Thomas] | PASTRY CHEF
THE EASTERLY [ST. THOMAS] | PASTRY CHEF
OUR EXCITING WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Easterly [St. Thomas] is a waterfront dining oasis offering innovative craft cocktails and wood-fired cuisine representative of the rustic Caribbean. The menu is ocean-to-table focused, and utilizes locally grown produce and local flavors to compliment the dishes. The Easterly offers one of the Virgin Island’s most robust beverage programs with unique handcrafted cocktails, twists on Caribbean favorites, and an extensive list of craft beers & wine. Tucked away in an oasis of palm trees and rich greenery, the restaurant exudes a bohemian-island vibe, and offers a social, vibrant and interactive dining experience.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The ideal candidate is a practiced problem solver, maintains a calm demeanor under pressure, persists to get the job done, and enjoys coaching and working alongside a large team to improve performance and increase retention. The Pastry Chef supports the Chef de Cuisine to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. The kitchen at The Easterly prides itself on sourcing locally and educating the staff on the Caribbean and rustic fare. The Pastry Chef will work with the Chef de Cuisine to maintain our current dessert program while adding new desserts to the program that aligns with the island-inspired menu.
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
WHO WE ARE
We believe in living our values, some of which are:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. We encourage our employees to grow and learn and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Easterly [St. Thomas] is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.
OUR EXCITING WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Easterly [St. Thomas] is a waterfront dining oasis offering innovative craft cocktails and wood-fired cuisine representative of the rustic Caribbean. The menu is ocean-to-table focused, and utilizes locally grown produce and local flavors to compliment the dishes. The Easterly offers one of the Virgin Island’s most robust beverage programs with unique handcrafted cocktails, twists on Caribbean favorites, and an extensive list of craft beers & wine. Tucked away in an oasis of palm trees and rich greenery, the restaurant exudes a bohemian-island vibe, and offers a social, vibrant and interactive dining experience.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The ideal candidate is a practiced problem solver, maintains a calm demeanor under pressure, persists to get the job done, and enjoys coaching and working alongside a large team to improve performance and increase retention. The Pastry Chef supports the Chef de Cuisine to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. The kitchen at The Easterly prides itself on sourcing locally and educating the staff on the Caribbean and rustic fare. The Pastry Chef will work with the Chef de Cuisine to maintain our current dessert program while adding new desserts to the program that aligns with the island-inspired menu.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing and preparing all pastry items in accordance with standards set by the Chef de Cuisine.
- Complete all opening-closing requirements as directed by Chef de Cuisine.
- Daily production of Caribbean-inspired desserts and ice creams/sorbets with consistency and imagination.
- Comply with sanitation regulations and safety standards.
- Taste and review products on a daily basis to ensure quality and consistency with preparation and presentation.
- Understand food and labor costs and work with Chef de Cuisine to maintain the budget.
- Maintain clean and organized workspaces, including dry storage and walk-ins.
- Foster a positive, inclusive environment for all staff and guests.
- Assist with ordering, invoicing, and inventory.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 1-2 years of pastry experience in a high volume restaurant
- Well-rounded pastry experience required, including plating, assembling, making ice creams/sorbets, creating seasonal desserts and mixing, shaping and baking breads.
- Strong work ethic and even temperament
- Attention to details of food quality, preparation, and presentation
- Flexible and adaptive to rapidly changing priorities and work demands
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience
- Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of ballast hospitality, setting a professional example at all times
- Available to work on weekends, holidays, and nights as required
WHO WE ARE
We believe in living our values, some of which are:
- Without integrity, all else fails.
- We believe in the ongoing training and development of our staff, and see it as a worthy investment in the future of the company.
- Without creativity, there is no innovation.
- We believe that only a happy and professional staff can give the level of personal service we demand.
- We believe in providing legendary service – the unique and powerful sort of personal care and attention that our guests tell stories about.
- We expect to work hard, exude professionalism, and have fun in the workplace - simultaneously.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. We encourage our employees to grow and learn and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Easterly [St. Thomas] is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.
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