RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage cost controls and control expenditures of all bakery and pastry production equipment, food, and curated goods. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects.
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Location
Starbase, TX
Description
PASTRY CHEF
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage cost controls and control expenditures of all bakery and pastry production equipment, food, and curated goods
Create pricing schedules for all bakery needs with all correlating outlets
Source high quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items
Plan and create all menus with an emphasis on seasonal items and creative menu choices
Purchase and manage inventory
Enforce food quality
Hold staff meetings for food safety, quality issues, and innovations
Ensure safety of physical kitchen and café space
Meet production schedule needs for all in house products and catered events
Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal
Build a structure to deliver in-house catering and support company and special events
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of professional experience as a bakery or pastry chef and in culinary management
Valid driver's license
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Degree in culinary arts
High volume production and/or catering experience
Proven ability to create innovative menus on a daily basis
Ability to perform under pressure
Excellent communication skills
Possess a creative spirit and ability to make the culinary experience part of the SpaceX culture
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects
Valid state issued driver's license
Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime, weekends and holiday(s) as needed