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Do you thrive in the fast-paced energy of Chicago’s catering scene, where precision, creativity, and teamwork turn every event into something special? If so, then Blue Plate is where you belong!\nPosition Summary: At Blue Plate, a staple in Chicago's catering industry, we believe in creating extraordinary experiences that leave a lasting impression. You’ll play a key role in bringing these moments to life by preparing high-quality pastries and desserts that set the stage for exceptional events. Your precision, creativity, and attention to detail will ensure every sweet creation meets our high standards and enhances the guest experience.\nEssential Functions of your Role:\nArrive Ready: Show up on time and clock in at your scheduled arrival time, dressed according to our Back of House Dress Code Policy, and prepared to execute high-volume pastry production with precision.\nGet Your Assignment: Check in with the Pastry Sous Chef and/or Executive Pastry Chef to receive your prep list, event menu details, and any special dietary considerations or modifications.\nRemain Focused: Pay close attention during pre-shift meetings, where the Pastry Sous Chef and/or Executive Pastry Chef will communicate key details related to dessert presentation, flavor profile, and plating execution.\nSet Up for Success: Organize your workstation, pastry tools, and ingredients efficiently to support seamless production and execution.\nPrep Like a Pro: Scale, mix, roll, bake, and assemble pastries according to Blue Plate recipes and event specifications, ensuring consistency and top-tier quality.\nFollow Recipes and Standards: Execute pastry preparation tasks accurately, adhering to portion control guidelines, sanitation procedures, and Blue Plate’s high culinary standards.\nPractice Safe Food Handling: Follow all food safety regulations, proper storage procedures, and temperature controls to maintain the highest level of cleanliness and compliance.\nKeep It Clean: Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry station, ensuring all surfaces, tools, and equipment are properly sanitized throughout service.\nBe a Team Player: Work collaboratively with chefs, pastry cooks, and event staff to ensure smooth execution of dessert plating and final presentation. Assist with finishing touches, and garnishes as needed.\nAdapt and Stay Sharp: Be ready to pivot as events evolve, adjusting pastry preparation tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.\nBreak It Down: Assist in breaking down and cleaning your station after every shift, maintaining Blue Plate’s standards of sanitation and cleanliness.\nStay Connected: Regularly check Blue Plate’s scheduling system to confirm shifts and stay informed about any updates before your shift begins.\nPerform other relevant tasks assigned by management.\nRequirements\nEducation and Experience: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required; formal culinary or pastry training is a plus.\nMinimum of one (1) year of professional pastry or baking experience in a high-volume kitchen, bakery, or catering environment.\nStrong knowledge of fundamental pastry techniques, including mixing, baking, decorating, and finishing desserts.\nExperience with scaling recipes, portioning, and working with various doughs, batters, fillings, and confections preferred.\nAbility to follow detailed recipes and maintain consistency in texture, flavor, and presentation.\nCompletion of City of Chicago Department of Public Health Certified Food Service Manager certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.\nEssential Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nCommitment to Blue Plate’s mission by demonstrating a strong affinity for it- to “care more” for others through food and service experiences that turn our partners’ vision into reality.\nAbility to take direction and execute tasks efficiently and accurately.\nStrong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.\nDedication to quality by maintaining impeccable service and food preparation standards.\nSolid foundational food knowledge, including proper handling, preparation techniques, and food safety practices.\nLanguage Skills: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or\nability required.\nProficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking) is required.\nBilingual skills are a plus.\nPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, taste and smell.\nThe employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel; reach with hand and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch for 6 to 8 hours at a time.\nRegularly required to lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.\nSpecific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.\nWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nMay work in extreme heat and cold (non-weather and weather).\nMay work in wet conditions (non-weather and weather).\nNoise level is low to moderate.\nWill work near moving or mechanical parts.\nCompensation and Benefits:\nHourly Wage Range: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience.\nBenefits Overview\nAt Blue Plate Catering, we live our core values: Happy, Joyful & Fun; We Care More; Humbly Confident; Genuine & Authentic; Goes Beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to supporting our team’s well-being and growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and paid time off (PTO) with sick leave. Additional perks such as commuter benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), free meals, and pet insurance options ensure our team feels valued. We also offer wellness rewards, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and resources to help you thrive in work and life.\nDEIA at Blue Plate:\nAt Blue Plate, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA). Our core value, \"We Care More,\" guides us in creating an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We believe in intentional recruitment practices, partnering with community organizations, diverse job boards, and attending job fairs at schools that reflect a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Our hiring and selection processes are designed to be equitable, focusing on skills, potential, and minimizing bias, ensuring opportunities are accessible to everyone. From onboarding to ongoing development, we provide tailored resources, mentorship, and training programs to support our team members and cultivate an inclusive culture. We actively measure and analyze diversity metrics, using these insights to continuously improve and hold ourselves accountable in our DEIA efforts.\nBlue Plate’s mantra, \"Happy People Making People Happy,\" extends to our employees, clients, and partners. By honoring differences and listening thoughtfully, we build meaningful relationships and ensure everyone feels welcome and valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life to join our team in shaping memorable food and service experiences. Together, we are dedicated to going beyond to make a difference. 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