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Overview Pastry Cook job at The Mather Tysons. McLean, VA. We are seeking a part-time Pastry Cook for our new luxury location in Tysons! Our Tysons location hosts four on-site dining areas including fine dining, all day casual, modern casual and an upscale bar lounge. Position Summary To provide timely preparation of quality food for residents, customers, family members, guests and staff according to established policies and procedures, using safe food handling principles. Supports the team by demonstrating the highest standards of culinary excellence, accountability, respect, integrity, and compassion. Responsibilities Prepares quality baked goods, desserts and pastries at designated times and cycle menus, while demonstrating kitchen sanitation practices according to HACCP procedures. Precuts and portions all baked goods to ensure consistency in portion controls. Prepares any needed items for catering requests in a timely and professional manner. Works closely with Dining Room Manager on event needs. Regularly checks menu cycle to ensure all food items are available for proper preparation of desserts and other needed items. Responsible for early morning production of bakery and pastry needs. Ensures a high-quality eye appeal is achieved on all bakery items. Provides additional garnishing when needed to properly present desserts. Qualifications Required: 1-3+ years previous baking experience, basic knowledge and understanding of baking techniques Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, residents and guests and to follow standardized recipes. Able to operate job related kitchen equipment and tools. Current sanitation certification Benefits Mather offers a competitive benefits package.* Team members are eligible for: A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility. A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better) Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations) Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc. Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of: Medical, dental, and vision plans Paid Parental Leave Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Tuition reimbursement for continuing education Extended illness benefits Employee wellness programs Short- and long-term disability insurance Life insurance - free to all team members *Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status. About The Mather The Mather is a Life Plan Community in Tysons, Virginia, for those 62 and better that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be. More than a luxury residence, The Mather is in an enviable walkable, urban neighborhood, close to the Metro and all the DC area has to offer. Opened in March 2024, The Mather includes 293 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens and more. The Mather is located at 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons. About Mather Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age WellSM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row. Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Itlearn360

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