Pastry Prep Cook

Casa Madera Job OpportunityWhere The Sand Meets The Sea…When you first step into Casa Madera, you immediately recognize something inherently inviting. Time slows as you dip into a warm, immersive experience that revolves around the ubiquitous tradition of celebrating each meal. You'll gather around tables that are home to chef-driven selections that draw from the rich culinary traditions of Mexican coastal cuisine refined by French technique and Japanese precision. Casa Madera is a high-energy, fine-dining concept from hospitality group Noble 33, located in both West Hollywood and Toronto.ResponsibilitiesSet up and stocking stations with all necessary suppliesPrepare food for service (e.g. chopping fruit, or preparing sauces)General understanding of pastries and piping skillsCook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staffAnswer, report and follow executive or sous chef's instructionsClean up station and take care of leftover foodStock inventory appropriatelyEnsure that food is finished simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashionComply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standardsMaintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customersSkillsPrepares a variety of desserts and other food items for cooking in broilers, grills, fryers and a variety of kitchen equipment.Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, sauté burners, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, piping, etc.Follows proper plate presentation.Communicates well with others and is a great team playerQualificationsMust have night/weekend availability.Must be able to stand for the duration of shiftsMust be able to lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs.Prior fine-dining experience preferred