Lead Pastry Cook / Pastry Supervisor

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, located in the beautiful tropical setting of Ko Olina, Hawaii, is a premier resort destination that combines the magic of Disney with the rich culture and natural beauty of the Hawaiian Islands. This unique resort offers guests a remarkable experience featuring world-class accommodations, Polynesian-inspired dining, entertainment, and recreational activities. As part of the Disney portfolio, Aulani emphasizes exceptional guest service, immersive storytelling, and attention to detail, making it a sought-after workplace for hospitality professionals. The resort operates year-round and is known for its commitment to culinary excellence and cultural authenticity, creating memorable experiences for its visitors. It hosts multiple dining venues, including several bakery outlets that offer a diverse range of pastries and baked goods, contributing to its status as a high-quality culinary destination.

The position of Pastry Cook 1 at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, is a critical role responsible for overseeing the daily operations of all bakery outlets within the resort. This role involves not only preparing and executing pastry items according to precise recipes and standards but also assisting with culinary supervision across all menu categories involving bakery items. The Pastry Cook 1 is expected to ensure the highest levels of quality control, including managing timing, temperature, portion sizes, and presentation to meet resort and restaurant standards. Additionally, this position supports leads and chefs in delivering exceptional bakery products not only for the resort's restaurants but also for banquets and special events, including accommodation of allergy and special dietary requests.

The Pastry Cook 1 plays a versatile role involving various pastry techniques such as scaling, mixing, proofing, baking, decorating, and finishing, with occasional responsibilities including the creation and decoration of custom and wedding cakes. Communication skills are vital, as interaction with guests for explaining cooking techniques and participating in promotional cooking demonstrations may be required. Furthermore, this role entails inventory management, ordering supplies, and assisting with cast member training, progress reporting, and administrative duties associated with the bakery operations.

This position is full-time and demands availability for any shift, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays, as the resort operates 24/7. The hourly wage for this role in Hawaii is $39.16, making it a competitive position within the hospitality industry. Selected benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, including medical, financial, and other perks dependent on the specific level and position offered. Candidates interested in this position should expect to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that values creativity, precision, and a commitment to providing outstanding guest experiences through culinary excellence.