Pastry Cook

About the Company

Zingaro is an Italian restaurant and bar that takes guests on a culinary journey across Italy. Inspired by the diverse flavors of regions like Sicily, Umbria, and Emilia-Romagna, the restaurant celebrates tradition and innovation through a menu of bold, vibrant dishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality pastry and dessert items, appetizers, and select entrée components
• Ensure consistency in quality, portion sizes, and recipes
• Maintain clean and sanitary workstations, including ovens, fryers, and refrigeration equipment
• Handle, store, label, and rotate products according to food safety guidelines
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish standards
• Maintain adequate stock levels at assigned stations
• Assist with food preparation and kitchen closing procedures
• Adhere to all company safety, sanitation, and health policies

Requirements

• Passion for food and delivering an exceptional dining experience
• Positive, energetic, and team-oriented attitude
• Previous experience in kitchen preparation and/or cooking preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly with managers and team members
• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 9 hours)
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 20+ pounds