Pastry Cook

QED Hospitality is a restaurant operations management group, focused on running Food & Beverage operations in boutique hotels and exclusive sites nationally.

We bring our operational acumen to the table, developing and managing restaurants tailored to the hotel, the region and the demands of the market. These are not cookie cutter concepts, but true restaurants born of the region and based on our history.

Your job as a pastry cook is to work as part of the team in the kitchen, producing creative high-quality pastry menu items under the immediate direction of the pastry chef. We are looking for talented individuals that thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Managing, handling and preparing all bakery / pastry items and ingredients.
• You will prep, cook and season all food according to the recipe.
• Control food production in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean station and adhere to all kitchen maintenance and sanitation standards.
• Have an up-to-date knowledge of the menu (including preparation, seasoning, ingredients and plate presentation).
• Follow proper methods for preparing and cooking food; and more.

Qualifications :

Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must be familiar with all phases of food preparation and related techniques. You must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team. Must be able to uphold company standards related to appearance and dress. Must have one year prior experience working in a kitchen, preferably in pastry.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS :

Mobility and dexterity to move large, heavy objects up to 100 lbs. Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils and handling food items. Must be able to tolerate industry standard chemicals used for cleaning and sanitizing, and be able to withstand a hot and / or close environment. Must be able to work at a fast pace, and to respond to visual and oral cues.

About Marsh House :

The Southern spirit and commitment to exceptional seafood shine at Marsh House. The menu focuses on providing responsibly sourced and sustainable seafood. Located on the ground floor of the Thompson Nashville, Marsh House features a raw bar, an extensive and eclectic wine list, and handcrafted cocktails all served with refined Southern hospitality.