Pastry Cook

Description

The Duquesne Club is among the most recognized private city clubs in the United States and internationally. We provide our members and guests with social, business, and recreational experiences marked by superior service and exceptional personal attention. We are currently seeking dedicated, career-driven Pastry Cooks to join our talented team in delivering extraordinary experiences to our members.

Position Summary:

As a Pastry Cook at the Duquesne Club, you will work alongside a passionate team of professionals. Our ideal candidate will possess the ability to demonstrate creativity and take ownership of their responsibilities. This role requires not only technical culinary skills but also a commitment to maintaining the highest standards in food preparation, presentation, and sanitation. 

The Pastry Cook will partake in the Club’s macaroon production. This is our signature cookie that is well-known and a favorite of many. The position also assists with preparation of plated desserts for banquets, and the executive of PM a la carte line requests from several of the dining rooms inside the Club. 

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Work efficiently and with precision.
• Ensure food quality by following safety and sanitation standards.
• Exhibit knowledge of fundamental cooking techniques.
• Take ownership of tasks, maintaining consistency and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the shift.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements:

• Excellent coordination and manual dexterity.
• Must be able to stand and walk throughout the entire shift.
• Requires mobility to bend, stoop, grasp, reach, twist, and lift equipment or items.
• Ability to withstand various degrees of temperatures during shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Physical strength to pull or push equipment as needed.
• Ability to follow written directions, read recipes, labels on chemicals/cleaning products, etc.
• Ability to actively listen to others and respond verbally to requests in a professional and effective manner.
• Follow all policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings as assigned.
• Respectful of all as teamwork is important because together everyone achieves more.
• May be required to perform any related duty as directed by management.
• Preferred candidate to be a graduate of an accredited culinary program or attending a culinary art/apprenticeship program.

Member-Focused Environment:

All staff at the Duquesne Club are expected to maintain a friendly demeanor, greeting members with a smile and addressing them by name. Going the extra mile to meet and exceed members’ expectations is part of our standard of service. As a conservative and prestigious environment, professionalism and attentiveness are essential qualities for success.

Why Work for the Duquesne Club?

The Duquesne Club offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the Pittsburgh area:

• Medical Insurance: Competitive monthly co-premium payroll deduction.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Vision, Dental, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Life Insurance – provided at no cost to employees.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 401(k) with annual fixed contribution and match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and partnership with a local gym for discounted memberships.
• Supplemental Insurance Packages through Colonial Life and Pet Insurance.
• Employee Dining Room with meals available for just $2.

The Duquesne Club fosters a welcoming and collaborative work environment. We take pride in being recognized as one of the top city clubs in the country, and we encourage motivated individuals to apply and become part of our team.

Please note: From time to time, the Duquesne Club reviews and updates its benefit programs and reserves the right to modify or discontinue them at its discretion.