The Dinex Group, Chef Daniel Boulud’s internationally acclaimed restaurant group, is excited to announce the first steakhouse to its extensive profile, La Tête d’Or by Daniel. This new concept will blend the classic American steakhouse with the Parisian dining scene. The restaurant will feature a 150-person main dining area, a cocktail bar in a dramatic lounge, private dining room, and an exclusive private Omakase steak and seafood table to enjoy a unique dining experience.
The Pastry Chef at La Tête d’Or by Daniel is responsible for overseeing the menu design and production for the pastry station and aspects food production including quality assurance, cost control, employee relations and related tasks as it pertains to the pastry department. This position is full-time and salary-based.
Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 5 years management experience in a high volume dining environment and be well versed in French pastry production and presentation in both restaurant and banquet settings. The candidate will have a solid understanding of restaurant operations, strong attention to detail and sense of responsibility, organization, cleanliness and an ability to inspire staff to produce results with the right balance of common sense, a commitment to excellence and the goal of exceeding the expectations of our guests.
Skills & Requirements:
Must have schedule flexibility (including nights and weekends)
Ability to lead a team of employees (train, mentor, recruit, discipline)
Passion for both classic and contemporary approaches to Pastry
Ability to multi-task in a face-paced environment
Profitability, Quality Assurance, Cost Control (review monthly P&L, purchasing)
Manage all aspects of kitchen operation and production
Maintain the levels of standards established by The Dinex Group
Competencies & Qualifications:
Five years of experience in high-volume or fine dining pastry environment, with at least two years of management experience
Superior knowledge of pastry techniques including the principles and formulas concerning starches, fats, sugars, liquids, eggs and flavorings
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Ability to interact positively with supervisor, management, coworkers, members, and the public to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach
Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages
Actively practice food safety procedures
Ability to lead, train, and motivate team
Organizational skills
Effective time management
Culinary training or degree preferred, but not required
Strong English communication skills required; French and Spanish language skills a plus
Stand for extended periods of time
The Dinex Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The Dinex Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
