Executive Pastry Chef jobs in Chicopee, MA

Here is an opportunity to be part of an award-winning, widely respected, locally grown business with a proven track record. Experience ten unique venues and management teams led by one executive management team. A place to be inspired by talented chefs, cooks, and mixologists where creativity is encouraged daily.

Max Hospitality has been dedicated to providing a great dining experience while delivering high quality food. Max continues to meet and exceed customer expectations while creating seasonal dishes to stay ahead of the competitive market. We seek employees who believe in our mission and want to be a part of an ever growing restaurant group. The ideal candidate will bring a creative outlook, team player attitude and be passionate about the work they do within our restaurants. We are one of the best places to work in the area and we want you to join us!

The ideal candidate for this position has had prior experience in a fine dining food setting. This candidate will be responsible for the pastry program needs for Max's Tavern, located next to the Basketball Hall of Fame. This Max location focuses on finer dining. This pastry chef should be able to produce a seasonal menu that wows the guest. Additional culinary training/coursework is a plus. Commitment to the customers, reliable to his or her co-workers, and be a self-motivated, organized, and detailed individual is a must. Effective oral and written skills, good time management skills, and professional dress, and behavior are all required for this position.

The Pastry Chef will work independently, with the input of the Executive Chef and Managing Partner to provide a creative culinary experience for our guests while following the food and safety procedures of the restaurant. The pastry chef will be responsible for but not limited to: all house made desserts, house made oyster crackers and specialty desserts for private events. The candidate will have a passion for creativity, working with local farmers to secure seasonal ingredients to be used in the dishes. Ability to work independently, with little direction and produce high quality, flavorful and unique items for the menu. Experimenting with items to create new wave dishes that compliment the Chef's menu. This is an opportunity for you to grow with us in the company and create a career path in our kitchen.

Diversity creates a healthy atmosphere: Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Baking: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, MA 01105 (Required)

Work Location: In person