Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
Career advancement opportunities
Job Description
The Umstead Hotel and Spa, located in Cary, North Carolina, is a distinguished luxury hotel known for its exceptional service, elegant accommodations, and award-winning dining experiences. Renowned for maintaining high standards of excellence, the hotel has garnered a reputation for providing guests with an unforgettable stay through its blend of refined hospitality and meticulous attention to detail. Among its many accolades, The Umstead Hotel and Spa operates Herons, a five-star, five-diamond restaurant that exemplifies fine dining at its best. The restaurant focuses on delivering extraordinary culinary creations, featuring sophisticated and artfully prepared dishes crafted from the finest ingredients. The team... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to stand for at least 8 hours with frequent bending and squatting
- ability to lift at least 50 pounds regularly throughout shift
- ability to read and follow recipes
- ability to work weekends, holidays, and periods of high hotel activity
- must maintain sanitation standards and fair treatment of associates
- punctuality and reliability
- high school diploma or equivalent
- prior pastry experience preferred
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in pastry or culinary field preferred
- strong knife skills and knowledge of pastry techniques
- ability to follow detailed recipes and maintain consistency
- ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- excellent communication skills
- ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
- experience with baking and proofing a variety of bread types
- willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Job Duties
- Set up pastry line
- quality check all items
- spin ice creams and sorbets
- precise knife work
- produce mousses, cakes, sauces, and glazes while maintaining consistency and following recipes
- proof and bake different bread types such as pretzels, baguettes, and multigrain breads
- organize and inventory all produced items in walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, lowboys, and reach-ins
- assist in creating new desserts per menu cycle with the Pastry Chef
- maintain professional relations with associates treating them with respect and holding accountable to kitchen and hotel standards
- demonstrate open communication between pastry kitchen and other hotel outlets including front of house, banquet team, and front office
- instill a calm, organized approach in all situations or conflicts
- assist in creating a drive of daily passion for excellence and continuous improvement
- ability to work weekends, holidays, and during highest hotel activity
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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