Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $14.00 - $24.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)
Job Description
Summer House on the Lake is a vibrant full-service restaurant located in the heart of the Disney Springs property in Florida. Known for its California-inspired menu, Summer House on the Lake embraces seasonal ingredients that highlight the local flavors of Florida. The establishment boasts a bright and airy atmosphere, perfect for various occasions ranging from date nights and family gatherings to weekend brunches with friends. With three scenic outdoor patios, one overlooking the serene Lake Buena Vista, guests enjoy a dining experience imbued with scenic views and relaxed vibes. This restaurant also features an in-house bakery counter named The Cookie Bar, which offers a selection of the brand's signature cookies and baked goods. To complement its diverse food menu, Summer House on the Lake offers an extensive wine selection along with handcrafted cocktails and both alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks served on tap for convenience and enjoyment around the Disney Springs area.
The role of a Pastry Cook at Summer House on the Lake is pivotal in delivering the restaurant's promise of quality and exceptional culinary offerings. Pastry Cooks are responsible for the preparation, production, and presentation of a variety of baked goods, pastries, and desserts. These professionals must have a keen eye for detail and the ability to follow prescribed recipes and special requests meticulously. The position demands a flexible work schedule, including working different shifts, days, and weekends, ensuring smooth kitchen operations throughout all service hours. Pastry Cooks must be adept at using kitchen tools and equipment safely and effectively, including knives, and have excellent communication skills to understand and execute both written and spoken instructions efficiently. The ability to multitask in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment is essential, as is working in confined, crowded kitchen spaces with variable noise and temperature levels. Physical stamina is also important since the role requires long periods of standing and walking, ability to lift and move varying weights safely, and navigate kitchen spaces that may present uneven or slick surfaces. Overall, this role is ideal for dedicated culinary professionals seeking to grow their expertise in pastry arts within a well-established, busy restaurant setting known for its quality and customer satisfaction.
The role of a Pastry Cook at Summer House on the Lake is pivotal in delivering the restaurant's promise of quality and exceptional culinary offerings. Pastry Cooks are responsible for the preparation, production, and presentation of a variety of baked goods, pastries, and desserts. These professionals must have a keen eye for detail and the ability to follow prescribed recipes and special requests meticulously. The position demands a flexible work schedule, including working different shifts, days, and weekends, ensuring smooth kitchen operations throughout all service hours. Pastry Cooks must be adept at using kitchen tools and equipment safely and effectively, including knives, and have excellent communication skills to understand and execute both written and spoken instructions efficiently. The ability to multitask in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment is essential, as is working in confined, crowded kitchen spaces with variable noise and temperature levels. Physical stamina is also important since the role requires long periods of standing and walking, ability to lift and move varying weights safely, and navigate kitchen spaces that may present uneven or slick surfaces. Overall, this role is ideal for dedicated culinary professionals seeking to grow their expertise in pastry arts within a well-established, busy restaurant setting known for its quality and customer satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience as a pastry cook or in a similar role
- Ability to work various shifts including weekends
- Ability to safely use kitchen tools and equipment
- Physical ability to lift weights up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods
- Good communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a stressful environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience as a pastry cook or in a similar role preferred
- Knowledge of baking techniques and pastry preparation
- Ability to follow detailed recipes and instructions
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- Basic math skills for measurements and portions
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
- Teamwork and interpersonal skills
Job Duties
- Prepare, produce and present pastries, baked goods and/or desserts according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
- Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
- Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
- Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
- Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
- Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
- Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
- Maintain food safety and quality standards
- Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
- Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
- Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management and service staff when quantities fall below restaurant specific minimum quantity
- Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
- Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
- Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
- Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Get along well with others and be a team player
- Other duties will be assigned as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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