Pastry Chef

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club; Palm City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club in Portsmouth, VA, is seeking a Pastry Chef for a full‑time on‑site role. You will plan, prepare, and execute high‑quality pastries and baked goods for club dining venues and events, while maintaining consistent presentation standards and aligning with the culinary vision.

You will oversee pastry mise en place, manage inventory of baking ingredients, and collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team to support banquets and member dining, contributing

Qualifications

• Proven pastry bakery expertise including breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts.
• Strong food prep, portioning, and quality control and presentation.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, flavor profiles, and pastry presentation.
• Food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance in a professional kitchen.
• Previous club or resort experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays for events.
• Team-oriented, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Culinary or pastry certification or relevant training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute diverse pastries and desserts for dining venues and events.
• Maintain consistent presentation and align menus with culinary vision.
• Oversee pastry mise en place and inventory management.
• Ensure clean, safe workstation and food safety compliance.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and culinary team for banquets and member events.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal pastry menus.

Skills

Bakery & Pastry

Food Safety

Culinary Skills

Team Collaboration

Flexible Schedule

Club/Resort Experience

Education

Culinary certification preferred

Job description

Company Description Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is a private, waterfront community nestled along the North Fork of the St. Lucie River, about 40 minutes north of the Palm Beaches. The club features 695 residences across 28 villages, thoughtfully integrated into the South Florida landscape. Members enjoy a serene setting surrounded by native vegetation and protected wetlands. The community offers a high level of privacy, a strong connection with nature, and an inviting environment for both club members and team members.

Role Description The Pastry Chef is a full‑time, on‑site role located in Portsmouth, VA, responsible for planning, preparing, and executing high-quality pastries and baked goods for club dining venues and events. Day-to-day responsibilities include producing a variety of desserts and baked items, maintaining consistent presentation standards, and ensuring all recipes and menus align with the club’s culinary vision. The Pastry Chef oversees pastry mise en place, manages inventory related to baking ingredients, and maintains a clean, safe, and organized workstation in accordance with food safety regulations. This role collaborates closely with the Executive Chef and broader culinary team to support banquets, special events, and member dining, while contributing ideas for seasonal pastry menus and specialty offerings.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in Bakery and Baking, including preparing breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts.
• Strong Food Preparation and Cooking abilities, with attention to portioning, consistency, and quality standards.
• Well-developed Culinary Skills, including knowledge of baking techniques, flavor profiles, and pastry presentation.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines in a professional kitchen environment.
• Experience working in a restaurant, hotel, club, or bakery setting; prior country club or resort experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for events.
• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Culinary or pastry certification, diploma, or relevant formal training is preferred.