Pastry Helper

Saint Petersburg, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

short-term disability insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with Company Match

on-site parking

Supplemental Insurance

Paid jury duty

Paid vacation

Sick Time

Smoke-free Work Environment

Free On-duty Meals

Employee parties

Direct Deposit

holiday bonus

Bereavement leave

family and medical leave

uniforms

Job Description

The St. Petersburg Yacht Club is a prestigious private members-only club renowned for its rich history and exceptional service standards. Established in the early 1900s, the club has cultivated a reputation for providing an elite and exclusive environment for its members and visiting guests. The club prides itself on maintaining the highest quality of hospitality and culinary excellence, which is achieved by recruiting and retaining highly skilled and motivated employees. The working atmosphere at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club is supportive and professional, encouraging long-term careers with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

The role of Pastry Helper at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club is a critical part of the culinary team, specifically within the Pastry Kitchen. This position is responsible for assisting the Pastry Chef in the overall production of pastries and baked goods, ensuring that all items meet the club's exacting standards of taste, presentation, and quality. The Pastry Helper plays a key role in preparing desserts for a variety of dining experiences, including everyday service, banquets, weddings, and special club events. Maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction as well as compliance with all food safety and sanitation protocols is essential.

The Pastry Helper will engage in a variety of tasks, including the organization and planning of production activities, preparing pastries according to established standards, monitoring quality control of ingredients and finished products, and ensuring proper storage and refrigeration practices. This role also involves continuous communication with kitchen superiors and collaboration with storeroom personnel to maintain inventory and product quality. Creativity and innovation are encouraged as the Pastry Helper contributes to the development of new dessert offerings.

Candidates for this position should hold a high school diploma or equivalent and possess either formal culinary school education or relevant culinary experience. Experience in a similar production environment is preferred, along with knowledge of pastry department operations and cake decorating techniques. Physical demands of the job include the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and carry heavy items, and work in both indoor and outdoor settings depending on the event needs.

Being part of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club means joining a team dedicated to excellence and hospitality traditions. With an environment that supports employee growth and recognizes contribution, the Pastry Helper position presents an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about pastry arts to advance their careers in a prestigious and welcoming setting.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Some culinary school or related experience
Two or more years of experience in a similar culinary environment
Knowledge of pastry and baking department operations
Experience with cake decorating
Ability to maintain food safety and sanitation standards
Strong communication skills
Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
Availability to work in indoor and outdoor settings
Willingness to work flexible hours including events
Positive and cooperative attitude

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Culinary school or related experience
Two or more years of culinary experience in a similar operation
Origination and production knowledge
Knowledge of culinary department duties
Knowledge of kitchens and storage areas
Knowledge of the use, cleaning, and safe handling / breakdown of all equipment
Creative, innovative, and positive personality
Must be able to speak and hear, use close and distance vision, and identify and distinguish colors
Must be physically able to perform the duties of the job, including standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling and stooping
Must be able to work in an indoor or outdoor setting depending on event

Job Duties

Participate in the preparation and execution of all production
Planning and organization of all items produced in the Pastry kitchen
Prepare all items according to set standards
Ensure timely execution of all meal functions
Monitor incoming food products to ensure proper quality and assist storeroom personnel in quality control
Monitor all refrigeration and dry storage for proper handling and rotation
Keep an open communication with superiors
Plan and develop new desserts for restaurants, banquets and special functions, i.e., weddings
Coach and teach all staff members as a continuing process to ensure a smooth operation and maintain a high-level standard in the Pastry Kitchen
Maintain a high level of sanitation and safety