Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $31.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Job Description
Waltonwood is a premier senior living community provider committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through exceptional care and meaningful experiences. Known for its dedication to serving the elderly with compassion and professionalism, Waltonwood offers a supportive environment where residents feel at home and valued. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional culinary services as part of its commitment to creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Within this context, the culinary team plays a crucial role by preparing nourishing and delicious meals that contribute significantly to the overall resident experience. The Culinary Department at Waltonwood understands that food and dining are vital components of everyday life for residents, and they prioritize delivering memorable dining experiences. The department fosters an environment where creativity, quality, and customer service converge to exceed resident expectations.
The Pastry Chef role at Waltonwood is an essential part of the Culinary Department, focusing on the preparation and presentation of all desserts and baked goods to ensure a high-quality culinary experience for residents. The position involves making fresh bread, morning pastries, pizzas, dough, cakes, and pies, adhering strictly to recipes and production standards set by the Culinary Service Director. The Pastry Chef is responsible for maintaining impeccable quality standards in flavor, texture, and consistency for all prepared foods. This role requires a creative, detail-oriented, and efficient professional who is highly customer-focused. The Pastry Chef reports directly to the Culinary Supervisor or Culinary Service Director and works closely within a team dedicated to meeting the dietary and culinary needs of Waltonwood’s residents. Additionally, the Pastry Chef must ensure proper food safety and sanitation, maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the work area, and interact with residents to ensure satisfaction. This role is vital in creating a warm, inviting dining environment where residents feel delighted and cared for, truly reflecting Waltonwood’s ethos of saving the best for last. The position is suited for someone passionate about culinary arts, especially in pastry and baking, and who values teamwork, excellent communication, and dedication to quality service.
The Pastry Chef role at Waltonwood is an essential part of the Culinary Department, focusing on the preparation and presentation of all desserts and baked goods to ensure a high-quality culinary experience for residents. The position involves making fresh bread, morning pastries, pizzas, dough, cakes, and pies, adhering strictly to recipes and production standards set by the Culinary Service Director. The Pastry Chef is responsible for maintaining impeccable quality standards in flavor, texture, and consistency for all prepared foods. This role requires a creative, detail-oriented, and efficient professional who is highly customer-focused. The Pastry Chef reports directly to the Culinary Supervisor or Culinary Service Director and works closely within a team dedicated to meeting the dietary and culinary needs of Waltonwood’s residents. Additionally, the Pastry Chef must ensure proper food safety and sanitation, maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the work area, and interact with residents to ensure satisfaction. This role is vital in creating a warm, inviting dining environment where residents feel delighted and cared for, truly reflecting Waltonwood’s ethos of saving the best for last. The position is suited for someone passionate about culinary arts, especially in pastry and baking, and who values teamwork, excellent communication, and dedication to quality service.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high volume pastry or bakery operation, preferably as a pastry chef or assistant pastry chef, creating desserts and baked goods from scratch
- working knowledge of confectionaries, cake design, chocolate arts and plated desserts
- high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- prefer an associate degree in baking and/or pastry arts or similar educational background
- working knowledge of culinary etiquette
- knowledge of proper food service sanitation techniques
- understanding of baking fundamentals, culinary terminology, nutrition, sanitation and safety
- ServSafe certification preferred
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- minimum of 2 years of experience in a high volume pastry or bakery operation, preferably as a pastry chef or assistant pastry chef, creating desserts and baked goods from scratch
- working knowledge of confectionaries, cake design, chocolate arts and plated desserts
- prefer an associate degree in baking and/or pastry arts or similar educational background
- working knowledge of culinary etiquette
- knowledge of proper food service sanitation techniques
- understanding of baking fundamentals, culinary terminology, nutrition, sanitation and safety
- ServSafe certification preferred
Job Duties
- Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control, and serving temperatures
- maintain sanitation, safety, and orderliness of all equipment, supplies, and utensils within work area
- display pastries and breads in a visually appealing manner in the café and other areas as assigned
- handle food items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind during preparation and service
- interact with residents and resolve residents' complaints in a friendly and customer-service oriented manner
- relay relevant concerns from residents directly to supervisors
- review and be familiar with residents' dining restrictions
- calmly, efficiently, and accurately maintain production and service at peak hours
- assist with the completion of production records to include waste tracking, used and unused portions, product shortages, and inform supervisors when supplies are low
- assist with all other duties as assigned by Culinary Service Director
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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