Executive Pastry Chef | Banquets & Private Events Leader

River Crest Country Club; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability plans

YMCA membership

Flexible Spending Plans (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan

Staff dining meals

Job summary

River Crest Country Club is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead the pastry program for private events, member parties, and all special occasions. You will follow banquet and ala carte dessert menus while producing a range of pastries, desserts, and breads to the highest standards.

The role requires leadership of a diverse culinary team, adherence to health codes, and a strong focus on quality, sanitation, and timely service for high-profile events at River Crest in Fort Worth, TX.

Qualifications

• A culinary degree (preferred) or proven track record leading a kitchen team.
• Familiar with current industry standards and operations.
• Must know Fort Worth health codes and have a manager sanitation card.
• Strong communicator and mentor to the culinary team.
• Ability to lead, mentor and manage a diverse kitchen staff.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with scheduling and kitchen labor needs.
• Oversee pastry production for restaurant, banquets and events.
• Ensure all desserts, breads and breakfast items meet quality standards.
• Train and evaluate new staff while maintaining sanitation and safety.
• Develop new pastry items and improve existing menus.
• Coordinate with expeditors to resolve timing and flow issues.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communicator

Mentor to culinary team

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

River Crest Country Club is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead the pastry program for private events, member parties, and all special occasions. You will follow banquet and ala carte dessert menus while producing a range of pastries, desserts, and breads to the highest standards.

The role requires leadership of a diverse culinary team, adherence to health codes, and a strong focus on quality, sanitation, and timely service for high-profile events at River Crest in Fort Worth, TX.