Lead Pastry Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.48 - $27.71
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Employee assistance program
Uniform allowance

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a casino that provides a vibrant and dynamic culinary environment. Known for its commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences, the casino operates multiple food venues and outlets where quality and consistency are paramount. The culinary team plays a crucial role in maintaining high standards across various food preparation and service areas, ensuring guests enjoy premium food options and exceptional service at all times. The casino values professionalism, teamwork, and adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, fostering a positive, efficient, and compliant workplace.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • three years recent experience as a baker or pastry cook
  • at least one year of supervisory experience as a bakery or pastry lead or equivalent combination of experience and education
  • must be able to obtain a Food Handlers Card
  • must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • no felony, theft or stealing convictions
  • must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen
  • must be able to pass a background investigation
  • must obtain and maintain gaming license
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment, utensils, tools and machinery
  • knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen working environment
  • ability to communicate, read, and write clearly in basic English
  • ability to create and maintain daily prep sheets and logs
  • ability to demonstrate outstanding guest service at all times
  • ability to work in a busy, fast paced environment
  • ability to perform in a professional appearance and manner
  • ability to be organized and coordinate tasks amongst team members and subordinates
  • ability to safely use and administer cleaning equipment and supplies
  • ability to prepare and produce a variety of food
  • knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards
  • knowledge of basic foods and their uses
  • knowledge of all food safety regulations
  • ability to teach culinary methods, techniques and principles to pastry cooks in clear manner
  • ability to clearly communicate to all levels of management
  • ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • ability to frequently use hands for cutting, grabbing, lifting, washing, touching, sensing and holding items
  • ability to occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • willingness to work evenings, graveyards, holidays and/or weekends
  • willingness to work extended hours and irregular shifts
  • ability to work in all venues unless specified otherwise by management

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • three years recent experience as a baker or pastry cook
  • at least one year of supervisory experience as a bakery or pastry lead or equivalent combination of experience and education
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment, utensils, tools and machinery
  • knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen working environment
  • ability to communicate, read, and write clearly in basic English
  • ability to create and maintain daily prep sheets and logs
  • ability to demonstrate outstanding guest service at all times
  • ability to work in a busy, fast paced environment
  • ability to perform in a professional appearance and manner
  • ability to be organized and coordinate tasks amongst team members and subordinates
  • ability to safely use and administer cleaning equipment and supplies
  • ability to prepare and produce a variety of food
  • knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards
  • ability to teach culinary methods, techniques and principles to pastry cooks in a clear manner
  • ability to clearly communicate to all levels of management

Job Duties

  • Cooks and prepares a variety of foods, quantities, styles, according to the menu and demand of the business
  • use and learns proper knife skills, cooking and baking techniques, methods and terminology
  • understands and follows standardized recipes when preparing all foods for all food venues and outlets
  • clearly communicates with Pastry Chefs and subordinate team members
  • maintains and communicate with Room Pastry Chefs the foods/products needed to ensure safe par levels and proper stock levels
  • maintains daily tracking logs
  • delegates assigned tasks to the pastry cooks
  • responsible for maintaining a clean, organized and sanitized work area all while following all tribal, city, state and federal health/food safety regulations and codes
  • responsible for making sure that all areas of their assigned venue/outlet/kitchen are taken care of and all assigned duties are completed
  • ensuring that all venues are completely ready to open by designated time set by management
  • responsible for all food/storage areas (refrigeration, freezer, and dry storage) are kept clean, organized, labeled and dated
  • responsible for all equipment, tools, floors, work stations and food prep areas are kept clean and organized
  • works according to established procedures of the Casino
  • responsible for communicating well with team members while maintaining a positive and professional work environment
  • contributes to a team effort and accomplishing all tasks
  • performs other duties as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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