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
Town Country Resort is a distinguished hospitality establishment renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences through its comprehensive range of amenities and services. Known for its inviting atmosphere and commitment to quality, the resort caters to a wide variety of guests, including leisure travelers, business groups, and special event attendees. With a focus on excellence in food and beverage offerings, the resort has established itself as a premier destination for events, banquets, and daily dining, fostering an environment where culinary creativity meets high-volume production demands. The resort employs a dedicated team of culinary professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment... 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: 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 (hotel or banquet environment highly desired)
- Strong understanding of basic pastry techniques: 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
- must be reliable, punctual, and able to meet strict deadlines
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays depending on event calendar
- Culinary/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 (hundreds to thousands of portions) 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 the 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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