Pastry Chef (Weddings & Events)HireClixMiddletown, RIHireClix is looking for a Pastry Chef (Weddings & Events) to join the team.About the Position: The Pastry Chef (Weddings & Events) oversees the planning and execution of wedding cakes and mini patisserie produced in the bakeshop under the direction of the Executive Pastry Chef.About You: You have a passion for cooking, ingredients, and technique. This position is perfect for a motivated individual with management and interpersonal skills.Essential Duties:Collaborates with the HireClix Sales Manager on tastings and menu planning.Provides design recommendations and works with clients as needed on the customization of their cake and/or desserts.Facilitate wedding cake consultations as needed.Work with the Executive Pastry Chef to create and develop new menu items.Responsible for the planning, production, delivery and set up of wedding/event cakes and desserts as per client agreement.Monitors ordering, receiving, and storage of food, packaging and department related items-especially related to HireClix menu items.Supports wholesale production as needed and as instructed by the Executive Pastry Chef.Records and maintains all sanitation reports and records to ensure proper food handling.Provides on the job training and development of bakers and support staff as needed.Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.Responsible for opening/closing of the bakeshop as scheduled.Compensation and Benefits:Competitive compensation - $54,000 - $86,000 / year!Sick, Holiday, and Vacation paid time offHealth & Wellness:MedicalDentalVisionFlexible and Dependent Care spending account optionsHealth Reimbursement Account (HRA)Financial & Employee Ownership:100% Company paid LTD, Life & AD&D InsuranceGenerous Company 401k matchEmployee Ownership OpportunitiesEmployee Perks:HireClix Dining Card Program35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Discount ProgramsWholesaler Club Reimbursement ProgramTenure ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits:Telemedicine accessABOUT HireClix: We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you'll not just be an employee — you'll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there's no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.QualificationsQualifications:Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as neededExperience in wedding cake decoratingAssociate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; and three years of related kitchen experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Skills & Abilities:Passion for food preparation & serviceStrong understanding of basic baking and pastry techniquesHigh level of modern/advanced baking and pastry skillUnderstanding of culinary skills, including proper knife cutsGreat attention to detailStrong leadership, interpersonal and communication skillsMust be able to stand for long periods of timeAbility to lift and move 25-50 poundsBe collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships