Fresh Pasta Prep
Brooklyn Pasta Lab - Port Washington, NY
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This Job Is Located In Port Washington, NY About Brooklyn Pasta Lab: We produce high quality fresh pasta for top restaurants in NYC and Brooklyn. Brooklyn Pasta Lab is owned and operated by Michael Pini who has been a chef in NYC for over 15 years with experince in 1, 2 and 3 Michelin starred restaurants. Job Title: Fresh Pasta Prep Job Overview: Fresh Pasta Prep Position - you will be responsible for the creation of high-quality, handmade pasta products for our customers. Your primary role involves combining raw ingredients to produce various types of pasta, ensuring consistency, taste, and adherence to established recipes. This position requires a keen attention to detail, strong culinary skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional food products. Responsibilities: Pasta Preparation: Measure and mix ingredients to create pasta dough following specified recipes. Operate pasta-making equipment, such as pasta machines and extruders, to produce a variety of pasta shapes and sizes. Ensure the quality and consistency of pasta products through careful monitoring of ingredients and production processes. Quality Control: Inspect raw materials for freshness and quality. Conduct regular quality tests and visual inspections to maintain product quality standards. Cleanliness and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including regular cleaning of equipment and utensils. Follow hygiene and safety standards to ensure a sanitary food production environment. Recipe Development: Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new pasta recipes and variations. Experiment with different ingredients and techniques to enhance product offerings. Production Planning: Work with the production team to plan daily and weekly pasta production schedules. Communicate with management regarding inventory levels and ingredient needs. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other kitchen staff to coordinate the timing of pasta production with other menu items. Communicate effectively with team members to ensure a smooth workflow. Requirements: Proven experience as a pasta maker or similar role in a professional kitchen. Knowledge of different pasta types, cooking times, and flavor profiles. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise recipes. Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods. Creativity and willingness to contribute to recipe development. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Preferred Qualifications: Culinary school education or relevant certifications. Familiarity with Italian cuisine and pasta-making traditions. Experience with various pasta-making equipment and tools. Working Conditions: This role is in a commercial kitchen environment similar to a bakery. The position involves working early morning to early evenings. 8am - 4pm This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.
Created: 2024-09-16