Pastry Sous Chef at The Modern

The Modern is a Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art. The restaurant features refined, unexpectedly playful dishes that highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality in two distinct culinary experiences: a bold prix fixe menu in the dining room and an à la carte menu in the lively Bar Room. An extensive selection of wines showcases exceptional diversity and value in both classic and emerging regions. Our service is characterized by warmth and approachability, with an unwavering commitment to excellence and a focus on creating unique experiences for guests. With its serene atmosphere and modern aesthetic, the restaurant’s design by the New York-based architecture firm Bentel & Bentel offers a welcome escape from the bustling Midtown neighborhood it calls home. 

Who you are:

In collaboration with the Pastry Chef, the Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for all pastry menu execution and development. The Pastry Sous Chef oversees a team of Pastry Cooks that are responsible for preparing high quality products in all areas of the pastry department. The Pastry Sous Chef should have an endless passion for desserts, a great attitude, and exceptional work ethic. Successful candidates require great efficiency and focus, good communication skills, a pleasant friendly attitude, and a strong passion for hospitality and growth.

What you'll do:

• Ensure high performance and overall excellence & hospitality in the Pastry Department throughout each day’s specific service periods, ensure consistent execution of pastry offerings and timely flow of service.
• Always maintain positive working relationships and clear communication with Kitchen & Service teams.
• Ensure that all recipes, product, food preparations and food execution meet restaurant's specifications and commitment to culinary excellence.
• Continuously provide support to all pastry staff and actively participate on the in line as needed.
• Assists in food prep assignments and/or cooking during peak periods as needed and ensures that the team appropriately stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations during service period.
• Maintain a clean and stocked workplace, prep area, kitchen area, storage area and walk-in
• Consistently deliver a culture of Enlightened Hospitality to guests and team members.

What we need from you:

• 2+ years’ experience in a Pastry leadership position
• Certification in Hospitality-related field, or equivalent (preferred)
• An understanding of baking and pastry techniques, production and a basic understanding of how to use kitchen equipment
• Eagerness to learn and grow
• Positive demeanor, ability to give and take direction, and passion for the food industry
• Open availability
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required

What you’ll get from us:

• Annual salary of $70,000, plus bonus potential 
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
• Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
• Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
• Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
• Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
• Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund

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