Junior Pastry Cook

Overview

Junior Pastry Cook at Ralph Lauren , located in Milan, Lombardy, Italy. The role involves preparing and baking a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for the restaurant and special events.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake pastries, desserts, and other baked goods, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Support the Executive Chef and Pastry Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain inventory of baking supplies and ensure the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to develop menus and execute pastry orders for events and special requests.
• Provide a unique and elevated guest experience by anticipating customer needs and offering assistance.
• Set up and clean the dining room, perform side work, and complete closing duties.
• Check guest identification to ensure compliance with minimum age requirements for alcoholic beverages.
• Compute guest checks, operate the POS system, and accept payments.
• Maintain dining room safety and sanitation standards, handling potential hazards such as slips, trips, falls, or burns.
• Attend pre‑shift meetings, share ideas, and listen to instructions.
• Respect work schedules and manager‑assigned hours.
• Keep a clean and professional appearance at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• HACCP certification.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to maintain poise under pressure.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Effective verbal communication skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of spirits, wine, and cocktail menu optional but beneficial.
• Availability to work overtime when necessary.

Benefits & Culture

• Opportunity to work in a globally recognized brand known for inclusion, belonging, and fairness.
• Career growth and training in pastry and culinary practices.
• Competitive compensation and flexible scheduling.

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