Pastry Cook

Camélia, a French-Japanese bistro newly opened in DTLA's Arts District, seeks a full time evening pastry cook.

Responsibilities

•  Executing menu items from start to finish. This includes but is not limited to preparation of ingredients, butchery of proteins, cooking and plating of menu items.
•  Working with seasonal ingredients
•  Participating in the preparation and development of new menu items
•  Honing existing skills while learning new techniques and building skill set
•  Working collaboratively with BOH staff and FOH staff
•  Maintaining cleanliness of any BOH work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas
•  Participate in deep cleaning of BOH work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas

 Skills & Requirements

•  At least 1 year of related experience required
•  General knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge
•  High volume restaurant experience required
•  Comfortable working in a fast paced and high energy environment
•  A passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedication
•  Able to take constructive criticism, learn quickly, and constantly improve
• Genuine passion for pastry, restaurant hospitality, and learning new skills
• An understanding of baking and pastry techniques, production and a basic understanding of how to use kitchen equipment 
• Highly organized, productive, and able to work meticulously in a high-intensity kitchen / work environment
• Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of role
• Physical requirements include but not limited to the ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 50lbs, and to stand, walk up and downstairs, and exert well-paced mobility for an extended period of time

Please share a resume and a brief note as to why you'd like to join our team.More detail about Camelia part of Tsubaki, OTOTO & Camelia, please visit