GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

The Pastry Cook is responsible for the pastry production for ala carte, catering, and banquet services. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and works well under pressure. This cook has a diverse skill set in baking and can accommodate an array of seasonally focused menus. This person has a willingness to learn and demonstrates a sense of urgency. The position comes with the expectation of growth within the organization.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Strong baking skills for both banquets and a la carte settings22
• Banquet and catering experience
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and delegate
• Critical thinker and problem solver
• Works well in both team and individual settings
• Desired baking skills: cake mixing and baking, doughs, quick breads and American-style pastries, cookies, chocolate tempering, mousses, and frozen desserts.
• Ability to manage and meet multiple deadlines.

EXPERIENCE

• Associate Degree, a graduate of an ACF accredited school, or apprenticeship preferred
• Minimum of two years in either upscale dining, private club, hotel, convention, and/or resort property

• WA State food handler’s permit and excellent food safety
• Complete a production schedule for items that are made entirely in-house including quickbreads, cookies, bread, pastries, plated desserts, pies, cakes, tarts, ice cream and sorbets, tempered chocolate, jams, and sauces.
• Assist with banquet production
• Research new ideas, techniques, trends, and presentations to evolve the pastry program
• Help control product costs through rotation, cross-utilization, proper cooking, storage, handling, and labeling
• Execute production schedule with fellow team members
• Maintain high standards of quality and appearance for all food prepared and served
• Inform Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef of any pertinent information regarding the kitchen team or client feedback
• Adhere to the rules and regulations as stated in the Employee Handbook
• Available to work on weekends and holidays
• Other duties as assigned
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and able to stand on feet for six hours at a time