Mountain Pastry Cook: Craft Desserts & Seasonal Menus

Moonlight Basin; Big Sky (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Matching 401(k) with match and no vest

Short- & Long-Term Disability and Life

Complimentary meal per shift

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

End-of-season discounts on store items

End-of-season employee celebration

Employee housing options

Job summary

Moonlight Basin is seeking a Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. You will work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Sous/Lead to craft desserts, design seasonal menus, and develop new pastry recipes for our property.

We value motivation, organization, integrity, and teamwork. Our environment blends hospitality with mountain lifestyle, offering opportunities to grow while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience as Pastry Cook or Baker.
• High school diploma is required.
• Ability to read recipes and follow directions.
• Ability to read and speak fluently in English.
• Ability to safely handle knives, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Scale and label ingredients prior to mixing or completing recipes.
• Mix recipes according to procedure as outlined by the Chef or in the recipe binder.
• Bake prepped items according to procedure as outlined by the Chef or in the recipe binder.
• Prepare Grab & Go items for assorted areas on property.
• Carry items to the Members Lounge, buffet display, or Employee Dining and ensure a clean, attractive presentation.
• Garnish as instructed.
• Monitor the stock of baking ingredients and notify the Executive Pastry Chef when new supplies, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry section are needed.
• Follow correct sanitation procedures as instructed.
• Keep kitchen work and storage areas clean and organized at all times.

Skills

Pastry/Bakery experience

English fluency

Knife safety

Kitchen teamwork

Seasonal menu development

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Moonlight Basin is seeking a Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. You will work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Sous/Lead to craft desserts, design seasonal menus, and develop new pastry recipes for our property.

We value motivation, organization, integrity, and teamwork. Our environment blends hospitality with mountain lifestyle, offering opportunities to grow while delivering exceptional guest experiences.