2026 FALL Culinary Pastry Extern

Destination by Hyatt; Isle of Palms (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free room nights

Discounted Room Rates

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance after

401K with company match

Job summary

Wild Dunes Resort is seeking a Pastry Extern to support the Pastry Chef and pastry team in a professional bakery environment. You will gain hands-on experience in the preparation, presentation, and production of high-quality desserts, pastries, breads, and specialty baked goods aligning with the resort's culinary standards.

Working alongside experienced culinary professionals, you will develop technical pastry skills, learn industry best practices, and contribute to daily kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in the Baking or Pastry Arts Program through an accredited college/university.
• Previous baking or pastry or food service experience is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of basic baking and pastry techniques is a plus.
• Hotel, resort, restaurant, or bakery experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and production of pastries, cakes, breads, cookies, and specialty desserts.
• Support the pastry team in the execution of daily production and service requirements.
• Learn and follow established recipes, techniques, and presentation standards.
• Assist with measuring, mixing, baking, decorating, and plating pastry items.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards throughout the pastry kitchen.
• Properly store ingredients and products in accordance with food safety guidelines.
• Assist with inventory organization, product rotation, and receiving deliveries as directed.
• Observe and learn advanced pastry techniques from culinary leaders and experienced team members.
• Follow all resort, department, and food safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Pastry Chef, Sous Chef, or culinary leadership team.

Skills

Kitchen prep experience

Excellent communication

Baking knowledge

Hotel/Resort experience

Education

Enrolled in Baking or Pastry Arts program

Job description

Summary

The Pastry Extern supports the resort's Pastry Chef and pastry team while gaining hands‑on experience in a professional pastry and baking environment. This educational role provides exposure to the preparation, presentation, and production of high‑quality desserts, pastries, breads, and specialty baked goods that reflect the resort's culinary standards.

Organization- Wild Dunes Resort

The Pastry Extern supports the resort's Pastry Chef and pastry team while gaining hands‑on experience in a professional pastry and baking environment. This educational role provides exposure to the preparation, presentation, and production of high‑quality desserts, pastries, breads, and specialty baked goods that reflect the resort's culinary standards.

Working alongside experienced culinary professionals, the Pastry Extern will develop technical pastry skills, learn industry best practices, and contribute to daily kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about pastry arts, eager to learn, detail‑oriented, and thrives in a fast‑paced hospitality environment.

Essential job Functions

• Assist with the preparation and production of pastries, cakes, breads, cookies, and specialty desserts.
• Support the pastry team in the execution of daily production and service requirements.
• Learn and follow established recipes, techniques, and presentation standards.
• Assist with measuring, mixing, baking, decorating, and plating pastry items.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards throughout the pastry kitchen.
• Properly store ingredients and products in accordance with food safety guidelines.
• Assist with inventory organization, product rotation, and receiving deliveries as directed.
• Observe and learn advanced pastry techniques from culinary leaders and experienced team members.
• Follow all resort, department, and food safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Pastry Chef, Sous Chef, or culinary leadership team.

The Colleague is held accountable for all duties of this job and other duties as assigned.

Why Join Wild Dunes Resort?

• Free room nights*
• Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 30 Days of Employment*
• Paid time off and holiday pay*
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance*
• 401K with company match*
• Access to Beach, Tennis, and Pickleball as available on days off
• Retail Discounts for Colleagues
• Benefit Package for Full Time & Part Time colleagues eligible

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Our Values

Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing

Qualifications

Experience & Education:

• Must be enrolled in the Baking or Pastry Arts Program though an accredited college/university
• Previous baking, pastry, or food service experience is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of basic baking and pastry techniques is a plus.
• Hotel, resort, restaurant, or bakery experience is beneficial.

Job Requirements

• Excellent communication skills
• Kitchen/prep experience preferred.
• Capable of performing repetitious duties.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment to perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Ability to resolve problems/conflicts and interact well with guests and colleagues
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions (rain, wind, cold, sun & heat);
• Must be able to stand & walk throughout the day, including on uneven surfaces for long periods of time
• Must be able to frequently lift, push, pull & carry up to 10 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, squat, & twist on an occasional basis
• Must be able to perform simple grasping, squeezing, and repetitive hand & arm movements frequently; and fine manipulation occasionally.