Lead Pastry Cook

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Wellbeing and tuition reimbursement up to $1,000/year

Employee discounts on all spa services

Discounted and comped rate at Hyatt Hotels

Unlimited use of fitness center and yoga classes

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group is seeking a Lead Pastry Cook to create a variety of desserts and pastries, ensuring high quality standards are met. This role requires creativity and teamwork, alongside a culinary degree or equivalent experience. The successful candidate will have at least two years of relevant experience, strong baking skills, and efficient working abilities in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay and additional perks are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Pastry Cook or in a similar role.
• Strong baking skills and knowledge of various techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency in baked items.
• Measure and mix ingredients using kitchen tools.
• Inspect quality of ingredients and finished products.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in workspace.
• Coordinate with kitchen team for event preparations.

Skills

Baking and pastry skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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\"I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone.\"

At Miraval Berkshires it is our ongoing purpose to bring imagination, authenticity and meaning to wellness. Each day we work to bring out the best in all we do for our guests and colleagues (you) to take comfort in.

Candidates interested in joining us on this journey need to believe in the power of the individual and understand that regardless of the job, every position has meaning and is important to Miraval’s purpose.

The Lead Pastry Cook at Miraval Berkshires is responsible for preparing a variety of desserts, pastries, and other baked goods in accordance with our high standards. This role involves creativity, precision, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Pastry Cook will collaborate closely with the Pastry Chef and kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Recipe execution: Follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency in flavor, texture, and presentation of all baked items.
• Ingredient management: Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes, using a variety of kitchen tools and equipment.
• Quality control: Inspect and ensure the quality of ingredients and finished products, maintaining a high standard of presentation.
• Cleanliness and hygiene: Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate the preparation of items for special events, banquets, and daily service.

Miravalis a place where high expectations aren't just met—they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the wellness industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

Miraval Berkshires offers:

• World class resort
• Awarded Fortune’s 100 best companies to work for
• Unlimited use of our fitness center, yoga classes, lectures and free golf
• Competitive pay
• Wellbeing and tuition reimbursement up to $1,000/year
• Employee discounts on all spa services and programming
• Discounted and comped rate at Hyatt Hotels
• Positions with flexible schedules

We thank you for your interest. Be well.

Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience in a professional pastry kitchen.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Pastry Cook or in a similar role.
• Strong baking and pastry skills, with knowledge of various baking techniques and ingredients.
• Excellent attention to detail and precision in execution.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.