Executive Pastry Chef jobs in Portland, ME
Executive Pastry Chef leads the production and presentation of pastries and baked goods including sourcing, purchasing, inventory, and cost control. Develops and tests recipes and sources ingredients to create unique pastries and baked goods. Being a Executive Pastry Chef creates dessert menus that complement meal offerings, appeal to diners and maximize profits. Follows all applicable guidelines and regulations for food handling and safety. Additionally, Executive Pastry Chef maintains a clean and orderly workstation and kitchen equipment. May require an associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to an executive chef. The Executive Pastry Chef supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Executive Pastry Chef typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Pastry Chef
- American Cruise Lines
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Bath, ME
FULL_TIME
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Pastry ChefAmerican Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add multiple Pastry Chefs to our shipboard team for the 2024 season on America’s rivers. Our shipboard team supports a combined fleet of ships sailing through various itineraries across the nation from contemporary riverboats to paddlewheel queens for a steamboat experience.The Pastry Chef should have Culinary Expertise and experience to make a wide variety of desserts as well as Baked Goods, including Confectionary Work. Must be able to understand and appreciate the subtleties of flavor pairings and different taste and have a good aesthetic sense for food and pastry presentation. The position is responsible for adhering to the daily matrix consisting of Desserts, Pastries, Breads and other duties assigned by the Executive Chef. The Pastry Chef must be creative and continually researching and testing new and different dessert and baking recipes to ensure that each guest and crew have an exceptional dining experience.While living onboard, our Chefs enjoy comfortable living quarters and a challenging culinary working environment. Our Galleys are well equipped with a spectacular view.Responsibilities:
- Oversees creativity and prepares all desserts, bread, pastries, cookies, etc. required for vessel each day.
- Set-up, maintain, and breaks down station according to FDA Standards.
- Taste all products produced to assess quality.
- Notifies Executive Chef of all product shortages and equipment maintenance issues.
- Prepares and serves items in accordance with established procedures, recipes, and portion size and presentations standards.
- Maintains accurate counts on all food items prepared ensuring no discrepancies in amount of food needed verses amount of food prepared.
- Schedules production of all baked goods to always maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods.
- Use food production equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Clean and maintain station while practicing exceptional safety, sanitation and organizational skills.
- Always maintains a professional appearance.
- Ensure that each guest has a positive and memorable experience.
- Basic understanding of Professional Baking and Pastries.
- Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized.
- Commitment to Quality Service, and food & beverage knowledge.
Qualifications:- Must be able to work around 12 hours per day.
- An Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Pastry & Baking and/or 3-5 years of experience with an emphasis on Quality Production.
- Ability to reach, bend, and frequently lift/move items up to 50 lbs.
- Be able to work in a standing position for extended amounts of time.
- Ability to Multi-task.
- Ability to work in a TEAM environment.
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
- Adapt and adjust daily as last-minute requests or changes may occur.
- Ability to be on a work rotation of 8 weeks onboard followed by 1 to 2 weeks off.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
- Complete criminal background check.
Work Schedule:- 7 days per week while onboard the ship.
- 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship with 1-2 weeks off.
- 1 to 2 weeks shore leave vacation.
- Accommodations and meals are provided onboard.
- Covered Expenses – American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.
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Executive Chef
- Auberge Resorts
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Kennebunk, ME
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionA beloved local landmark for over 150 years, White Barn Inn is synonymous with warm New England hospitality, rustic charm and uncompromising attention to detail. Constructed in the ...
- 2 Days Ago
Executive Chef
- Holiday Inn By the Bay
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Portland, ME
FULL_TIME
- Executive Chef- Holiday Inn By The Bay- Portland, Maine - Oversees the food operations for our restaurant and banquets (catering and conferences).Founded in 1982, Lafayette hotels is a family-owned an...
- 15 Days Ago
Executive Chef (Kennebunk, ME)
- White Barn Inn
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Kennebunk, ME
FULL_TIME
- OUR COMPANY Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring t...
- 28 Days Ago
Executive Chef, Food Security Hub
- PREBLE STREET
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PORTLAND, ME
OTHER
- Job Details Level: Senior Job Location: Preble Street - PORTLAND, ME Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionCompetitive salary of $75,000/year, 4 weeks paid vacation, and generous benefits package Prebl...
- 15 Days Ago
Chef
- Terrace Communities
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Scarborough, ME
FULL_TIME
- 32 hours per week position. Preparing meals for up to 77 Residents in our assisted living community. Some supervisory duties of a small wait staff. Ability to work independently is a must. Weekends re...
- 20 Days Ago
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Cook
- Northern Light Health
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Portland, ME
- Northern Light Mercy Hospital Department: Food and Nutrition Services Position is located: Mercy Fore River Work Type: F...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cocktail Server
- HMSHOST
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Portland, ME
- With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We offer: Health, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off (vaca...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
AM Breakfast Cook
- Giri Hotel Management LLC
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Portland, ME
- Description Calling all Kitchen Commanders! The Hilton Garden Inn is now hiring for a Breakfast Cook. Must be detail ori...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Baker
- Dunkin'
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Portland, ME
- Description Full Time $16 & Up! As a Dunkin Donuts franchisee, we are committed to our employees as much as we are commi...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cook
- Avesta
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Portland, ME
- Description: Avesta Housing is seeking a hard working, reliable and dedicated Cook to prepare and serve a wide variety o...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Prep Baker - Accepting Resumes
- Tandem Coffee Roasters
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Portland, ME
- Full time prep baker This position will assist the head baker and the bakery team with all areas of pastry and food prep...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Top of the East Server
- Westin Portland Harborview
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Portland, ME
- Job Summary: Join the Westin Family Today! Benefits include 401K, 80 Hours of paid time off Enjoy great perks like hotel...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Line Cook
- Westin Portland Harborview
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Portland, ME
- Job Summary: Join the Westin Family Today! Full benefits available (medical , dental, vision, 401K), 80 Hours of paid ti...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Portland, Maine
Portland is a city in the U.S. state of Maine, with a population of 67,067 as of 2017. The Greater Portland metropolitan area is home to over half a million people, more than one-third of Maine's total population, making it the most populous metro in northern New England (an area comprising the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont). Portland is Maine's economic center, with an economy that relies on the service sector and tourism. The Old Port district is known for its 19th-century architecture and nightlife. Marine industry still plays an important role in the city's economy, with an a...
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Income Estimation for Executive Pastry Chef jobs
$59,252 to $76,792
Portland, Maine area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago
were up 1.6% from a year ago
What does an Executive Pastry Chef do?
Executive Pastry Chef in Portland, OR
In the past, chefs would call most gluten-free desserts ‘just okay,’ and assume there wasn’t much that could be done.
December 30, 2019
Executive Pastry Chef in Lexington, KY
Although in both USA and UK, the basics of pastry are respected and we maintain good standard of practice to standardise all the procedures to be at a competitive level.
December 30, 2019
Executive Pastry Chef in Santa Cruz, CA
To become an executive pastry chef, people take a two-year degree at a community college or culinary school.
February 12, 2020