Kasa Moto is a two-story contemporary Japanese restaurant and lounge that opened in the heart of Yorkville in the Spring of 2015. With a sprawling rooftop terrace, elevated design, and lush indoor topiary, Kasa Moto guests will enjoy a versatile dining experience that evolves from day to night.
Our Mission is simple. We are in the experience business. Our people-first culture will inspire and empower our team to deliver moments that matter in an environment hyper-focused on the guest experience. Together, we will maintain a best-in-class hospitality experience at Kasa Moto.
What you will find at Kasa Moto is passion without pretense; a unique group that loves coming to work every day, shouts good morning, rolls up their sleeves and works together to create innovative techniques to redefine hospitality.
Reporting to the Executive Culinary Leader, the Pastry Cook will be responsible for creating and executing various desserts to standard in a restaurant setting. Excellent hand-eye coordination and a wealth of culinary knowledge are required.
This posting is for a currently existing vacancy.
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What You'll Do:*
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- Create an environment that is warm, welcoming, and filled with positivity for guests and
- * Uphold our standards at all times and treat everyone with courtesy and respect
- * Create mouth-watering pastries that elicit a wow factor from our customers
- * Bake treats, fancy cakes and delicious breads
- * Assist in creating new and exciting recipes that are seasonal and contemporary
- * Strong ability to follow current recipes
- * Monitor stocks for baking ingredients and make appropriate orders within budget
- * Check the quality of the material and the condition of the equipment and devices used for cooking
- * Ability to properly manage your time and delegate tasks to kitchen staff
- * Remain current with food safety standards
- * Promote and maintain a clean and safe work area at all times
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What You’ll Need*
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- 1-2 years of experience as a pastry cook, baker or relevant role preferred
- * Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations such as gluten-free or sugarless items and ability to substitute accordingly
- * Ability to measure correctly, proper mixing and blending skills are required
- * Understand the basics of design with the creative ability to create visually appealing pastries
- * Strong attention to detail and maintaining a clean and organized workspace is essential
- * Ability to follow recipes and create new and innovative desserts that appeal to our customers
- * Exude positivity and possess a welcoming and enthusiastic attitude
- * Excellent communication skills
- * Ability to work independently as well as within a team
- * Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- * Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- * Results-oriented and impeccably organized
- * Strong attention to detail
- * Have extensive knowledge on cooking temperatures and general food safety regulations
- * A culinary degree/diploma and/or the equivalent in education and experience is an asset
- * Full-time flexible hours are required (days, nights, weekends, holidays)
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Why Join Us?*
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- Group health benefits after probation
- * Career advancement opportunities in a growing environment
Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
