Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.66
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Career Development
Job Description
The Pastry Cook position is an integral role within a prestigious resort that prides itself on delivering top-tier culinary experiences to guests. This resort is known for its high-volume banquet and food and beverage operations, catering to a wide range of clientele including large group events and luxury VIP guests. The establishment emphasizes quality, consistency, and presentation in all its offerings, striving to maintain the highest standards in every aspect of its service. With a work environment that is both fast-paced and deadline-driven, the resort seeks dedicated culinary professionals who are passionate about pastry arts and capable of thriving under... Show More
Job Requirements
- Stand and walk for the duration of the shift (8-10 hours)
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds (bags of flour, sugar, sheet pans, mixers, trays)
- Handle repetitive motions including whisking, rolling, kneading, piping, lifting heavy trays, and operating equipment
- Push, pull, or move carts and racks loaded with pastry items, sheet trays, or banquet equipment
- Perform frequent bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and overhead work
- Work in a variety of temperature environments including hot near ovens, proofers, stoves and cold walk-ins, freezers, chocolate rooms
- Maintain stamina and focus during fast-paced, high-volume production, especially during event peaks
- Safely handle knives, piping bags, mixers, and commercial baking equipment
- Tolerate a busy, noisy kitchen environment
Job Qualifications
- 1-2 years of pastry or baking experience preferred
- Strong understanding of basic pastry techniques including creaming, mixing, folding, tempering chocolate, custards, dough handling, and plating
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and adjust quantities according to production needs
- Strong time management skills
- Reliable, punctual, and able to meet strict deadlines
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays depending on event calendar
- Culinary or pastry certificate or degree a plus but not required
Job Duties
- Prepare pastries, cakes, plated desserts, breakfast breads, tarts, cookies, specialty items, and banquet desserts according to recipes and production sheets
- Execute high-volume banquet production with accuracy and consistency
- Assist with amenity production, specialty cakes, and seasonal items for VIP guests or special events
- Decorate cakes, pastries, and plated desserts using piping, glazing, chocolate work, and garnishing techniques
- Maintain accuracy in measuring, mixing, and portioning ingredients
- Set up, restock, and maintain pastry production stations for daily service and banquet events
- Support pastry needs for all 3 outlets including breakfast pastries, lunch/dinner desserts, grab-and-go, and room service items
- Ensure all items are completed on time for early-morning deliveries, banquet deadlines, and event service schedules
- Collaborate with Banquet Chef, Outlet Chefs, and main kitchen to meet production demands during peak periods
- Follow all health department regulations, HACCP, and resort sanitation standards
- Properly label, date, rotate, and store all food items (FIFO)
- Keep workstations, equipment, and pastry areas clean and organized at all times
- Safely operate large mixers, ovens, sheeters, proofers, and pastry tools
- Communicate production concerns, shortages, or equipment issues to Pastry Chef immediately
- Assist other pastry team members when production levels require cross-support
- Maintain a positive and professional demeanor in a high-demand, fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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