Pastry Chef

Morristown, AZ, US|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $60,000.00 - $65,000.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company paid life insurance

Company paid Long Term Disability

Direct Deposit

Flexible spending account

employee shuttle

401k with match

Job Description

The Pastry Chef position at Castle Hot Springs is an exciting opportunity to join this prestigious culinary team, with a vital role centered in the Harvest Restaurant's kitchen. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Pastry Chef will lead the pastry section, responsible for delivering exceptional dessert creations and confectionery items that reflect the resort's high standards. This role involves crafting seasonal menus, developing innovative recipes, and ensuring that every pastry produced is not only delicious but also artistically presented. The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking and creativity, aiming to exceed guest expectations through mastery of technique... Show More

Job Requirements

requires extending arms, bending, and stooping to reach materials
ability to work on slippery surfaces and work well under pressure
required to stand for long periods of time in one area near hot equipment (ovens, burners, etc.)
ability to lift 100 lbs. and carry 50 lbs.
thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes, and proper preparation
must be experienced in the operation of all commercial kitchen equipment
working knowledge of baking techniques and the pastry-making process
creative ability with artistic skill in decorating cakes and other desserts
keen attention to detail
must work well with all other departments
ability to maintain a pleasant disposition and function efficiently in a high-stress work environment
solid interpersonal, organizational, and multi-tasking skills
must be detail-oriented
ability to listen effectively, to speak and write English clearly
good communication skills
able to manage and motivate people
promote excellent guest relations while living the castle hot springs commitments
maintain a high level of work quality and quantity per resort standards
at all times, maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and a positive attitude

Job Qualifications

high school diploma
post-secondary training at a culinary institution
certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking, or relevant field
2 or more years of experience working within the food industry as a pastry chef, baker, or relevant role

Job Duties

Operating and managing the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the executive and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment
preparing ingredients and handling baking and other kitchen equipment
creating pastries, baked goods, and confections by following a set recipe
developing new recipes for seasonal menus
decorating pastries and desserts to ensure beautiful and tasteful presentation
meeting with customers to discuss details and planning custom-made desserts and pastries for special occasions, such as weddings
monitoring the stock of baking ingredients
order new supplies, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry section when needed and within budget
ensuring their section of the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations
perform additional duties as requested by the executive chef

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