Executive Pastry Chef

Nobu Restaurant, the renowned Japanese restaurant owned by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert DeNiro and Meir Teper is seeking an outstanding Executive Pastry Chef to join our amazing team! We are looking for an exceptional and creative individual that is motivated to create memorable experiences through incredible food and hospitality. 

OVERVIEW:

• Responsible for the daily operations of the pastry department, production, staff scheduling, staff development, payroll, PTO, performance management, daily orders, delegating tasks, supervising service and strong presence on the kitchen line, menu development and cost control measures without compromising the integrity and quality of the food and product.
• Assist in managing the pastry kitchen and team to the highest of standards; to comply with Nobu procedures and policies and applicable laws and regulations governing health and safety and the workplace.
• Maintain the Nobu standards and ensure we are producing the highest quality product at all times.

 
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have 1+ years experience as an Executive Pastry Chef in an upscale restaurant.
• Excellent people skills.
• 3+ years’ experience in high caliber, high volume operation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Patience and Integrity.
• Calm under pressure: must have the ability to problem solve, trouble shoot, effectively prioritize work and assignments, and accurately meet deadlines.
• Experience working in a hotel environment is a plus.
• Baking experience is a plus.

• Responsible for the daily operations of the pastry kitchen.
• Constantly check quality and quantity of food and product leaving the kitchen.
• Work closely with staff and both restaurant and hotel management teams to ensure strong communications.
• Assist in the training, mentoring, supervision and motivation of team.
• Assist in hiring, coaching, disciplining, counseling, and conducting performance reviews.
• Manage cost controls and understand P&L compliance.
• Safety management

• Medical, Vision and Dental benefits
• PTO
• AFLAC employee sponsored benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee Dining program
• Working with a great brand and an amazing team!