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The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 17 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities. As a forward-thinking and respected company, we also give back to our community through Care-a-lotta, a charitable program that supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee. 

At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business. 

We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family.

High Stakes by Bartolotta is inspired by Chef Paul Bartolotta’s apprenticeships throughout Europe, his award-winning career in Las Vegas, and his most recent travels in London. 

We blend old-school charm with new-school flair, bringing the art of theatrics back to dining. Our menu sets the stage, our team tells the story, and the immersive experience makes High Stakes by Bartolotta truly unique.

When dining out feels like a dinner party, we've hit the mark. We're serious about our food and hospitality, but from the moment guests walk in, we serve pure entertainment. We bring a cosmopolitan spirit downtown, balancing refinement and panache, while staying fun and chic.

High Stakes by Bartolotta continues the legacy of our commitment to elevate the social fabric of our community. We honor our roots, ensuring the values that were taught and shared around the Bartolotta Table continue to guide our story, as we pay it forward and double-down on Milwaukee.  

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for the effective daily operations of the pastry department. This includes employee development, financial management and facilities management. Responsible for creating, implementation and management of the pastry menu. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planning and directing food preparation.  
• Manage food costs and control purchasing and inventory. 
• Modify menus or create new ones for effectiveness and that meet quality standards. 
• Manage pastry department staff’s activities and daily responsibilities. 
• Interact with external vendors to obtain the best quality in pricing and products. 
• Work closely with General Manager and Executive Chef.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards. 
• Maintain current and accurate recipes, reports and inventory related data. 
• Conduct daily pastry line checks. 
• Manage and coach personnel in an effective manner that meets quality service. 
• Educate the FOH and BOH staff about new recipes and menu items. 
• Meet with clients to detail cake and pastry orders for special events.  

All Other Duties as Assigned 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety. 
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures. 
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly.  
• Must be able to work well as part of a team. 
• Must be able to work well under pressure. 
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.   
• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:    

• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.  
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.  
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.  
• Ability to stand for long periods of time. 

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.