Position Title: Pastry Sous Chef
Reports To: Executive Chef
Salary: $90,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Job Summary
Union Square Events is looking for a talented Pastry Sous Chef for our partnership with the New York Marriott Marquis. This highly acclaimed Hotel in the “Heart” of the city, with rooms nearing 2,000 and over 100,000 sq ft of meeting space, is considered one of the busiest and largest in New York City.
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
We are searching for employees who are not only talented but excited to learn and grow with our company while upholding the family values that our business is built upon.
Apply to Union Square Events today!
Union Square Events is a member of Compass Group USA
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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.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. 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.
Associates at Union Square Events are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1306957
Union Square Events
Gina Barbish
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