Pastry Cook

Major Food Group

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$22 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Business Object Notation (BON), Business Plan, Business Solutions, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Food Safety, Industry/Trade Analysis, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Italian Language, Leadership, Mentoring, Menu Management, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, People Management, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Recipe Development, Restaurant, Sanitation, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Plan
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago

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Pastry Cook Torrisi 275 Mulberry St, New York, NY

[More Info] 275 Mulberry St, New York, NY Full Time • Hourly ($20.00 - $22.00) Expires: Apr 24, 2026

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Be an early applicant Required Years of Experience: 2 years

Job Details Major Food Group is hiring experienced Pastry Cooks to join our team at Torrisi!

Located in the historic Puck Building, Torrisi, a love letter to Little Italy, proudly presents an Italian-American restaurant with an extensive wine program, a New York-Italian cocktail bar and a luxe deli. Chef Rich Torrisi presides over an open kitchen and presents showstopping dishes, with many prepared or finished tableside to engender warm and welcoming hospitality.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Create and prepare all pastry items as required by the business
  • Prepare, clean and organize ingredients for use in the kitchen
  • Come up with recipe ideas from scratch
  • Plan the menu of desserts and pastry to complement savory items
  • Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitized at all times
  • Oversee a team of junior pastry cooks and other staff members as necessary
  • Maintain up to date knowledge about pastry arts and ingredients
  • Carry out administrative duties to maintain an efficient workspace

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants preferred but not required
  • Culinary diploma with a concentration in Pastry Arts or equivalent in experience strongly preferred
  • Team-orientated and positive attitude
  • Strong communication skills a must

BENEFITS:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Progressive Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous Dining Allowance
  • Unlimited Referral Program
  • Transitchek Discount

Compensation: $20 - $22 hourly based on experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation Details

  • Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $22.00)
  • Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

  • Pastry Preparation
  • Ability to Work In a High Pressure Environment
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure in a High Volume Environment
  • Ingredient Organization
  • Leadership Skills in Managing Junior Staff
  • Attention to Detail in Food Preparation
  • Time Management Skills for Efficient Kitchen Operations
  • Creativity in Recipe Development
  • Leadership Skills in Managing a Team
  • Collaboration Skills in a Team Oriented Environment
  • Leadership and Mentoring
  • Time Management Skills to Meet Deadlines
  • Leadership Skills
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Recipe Development
  • Ability to Multitask in a Busy Kitchen
  • Collaboration Skills to Work With Kitchen Staff
  • Organizational Skills for Ingredient Management
  • Time Management
  • Willingness to Learn and Stay Updated on Industry Trends
  • Creating recipes
  • Interpersonal Skills for Effective Communication With Team Members
  • Problem Solving Skills in a Culinary Context
  • Adaptability to Changing Menus
  • Leadership Abilities
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Ability to Take Constructive Feedback
  • Passion for culinary arts
  • Organizational Skills for Maintaining Workspace
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Willingness to Learn and Grow in the Culinary Field
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Positive Attitude in a Team Setting
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Collaboration With Kitchen Staff
  • Menu Planning
  • Adaptability to Changing Menu Requirements
  • Kitchen Cleanliness and Sanitation
  • Knowledge of Food Safety Standards
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Knowledge of Pastry Arts
  • Customer Service Orientation
  • Team Management
  • Ability to Train and Mentor Junior Staff
  • Communication
  • Passion for Pastry Arts
  • Knowledge of Pastry Arts and Ingredients
  • Organizational Skills
  • Administrative Duties
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Fine Dining Experience
  • Commitment to Continuous Learning
  • High volume restaurant experience
  • Culinary Diploma Preferred
  • Culinary Diploma or Equivalent Experience
  • Positive Attitude
  • Communication Skills
  • Strong Communication Skills

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Part of Major Food Group

Major Food Group is coming back full circle to Mulberry St. with the opening of Torrisi, just a few blocks from the original Torrisi Italian Specialties, where it all began. Located in the historic Puck Building, Torrisi, a love letter to Little Italy, proudly presents an Italian-American restaurant with an extensive wine program, a New York-Italian cocktail bar and a luxe deli. Chef Rich Torrisi presides over an open kitchen and presents showstopping dishes, with many prepared or finished tableside to engender warm and welcoming hospitality.

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