Pastry Cook I
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Pastry Cook I creates recipes for pastries, dessert specials, custom cakes for BEO events, and chocolates for amenities. They will oversee organizing and guiding the Pastry team so current and new recipes are followed properly and to specifications. The Pastry Cook I will direct the Pastry department production with the Executive Chefs oversight. This individual must be able to work effectively as a leader in a high-volume operation, acting as a positive role model in every aspect of the job. Organization, cleanliness, efficiency, and taking on the responsibility of service running smoothly are key requirements of the Pastry Cook I.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Produce dishes in an efficient manner and consistent with established recipes.
- Oversee Pastry Cook II training to ensure proper work methods are being used, recipes are being followed, and standards are being met.
- Oversee sanitation and organization of Pastry station throughout and at the end of the shift
- Breakdown workstation and complete closing duties. Ensure each Pastry Cook cleans up any projects in progress so the station is clean and ready for the next shift coming in.
- Lead the Pastry team in a fast-paced environment so all colleagues can perform their duties, even when under pressure. Ensure deadlines are met.
- Work with Executive Chef on any new dishes proposed. Get final approval from Executive Chef before any new dishes go live.
- Complete any assigned side-duties.
- All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
OTHER:
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by the Hotel from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel, including nights, weekends and holidays.