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Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table! 

Schwan's Company's restaurant in Minneapolis' North Loop, Edwards Dessert Kitchen, is hiring! If you have a passion for pastry and want to grow your skills by learning new modern techniques in a friendly creative environment than the Pastry Cook position is for you! In this position you will produce beautiful desserts under the guidance of the Executive Chef. Learn how to make delicious Plant Based and Gluten Free desserts with the use of alternative ingredients. Creative collaboration is encouraged, and teamwork is essential! This is an AM role (7:00-3:00pm) Thursday - Sunday.

Responsibilities:

• Produce all menu items according to standardized recipes to the quality levels established by the pastry chef.
• Ensure quality and consistency of all outgoing food
• Participate in regular briefings and operational meetings
• Be punctual and work quickly and effectively in high pressure situations or rush period.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as required from time to time
• Will report to the Pastry Sous Chef in the absence of the Executive Pastry Chef.
• Provide exceptional customer service in an efficient, friendly and hospitable way.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain sanitation standards set by management. Maintain a safe, clean work area by sweeping, mopping, wiping counters and work surfaces, washing dishes.
• Comply with and enforce restaurant and OSHA sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Responsible to conduct yourself in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.

Qualifications: 

• Education: High school diploma
• Years of Related Experience: 1+ years pastry experience in restaurant or bakery
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of how to make various pastries including mousses, creams, cakes, cookies, Ability to plate desserts and savories to Executive Chef’s standard, Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours, Ability to lift 50 pounds, Knowledge of hygiene, and sanitation, knowledge of OSHA requirements within a kitchen

Compensation & Benefits:

The base compensation for this position is $17.00 per hour. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base compensation, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.