Pastry Chef

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa; Town of Lyons (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal every shift

Discounted gym membership

Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Wisconsin seeks a Pastry Chef to supervise the preparation and production of all baked goods while providing training to staff. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of relevant experience and a high school diploma.

As part of a prestigious AAA Four-Diamond resort, the role includes responsibilities for creative menu items and maintaining quality standards. Benefits include medical insurance, discounts at resorts, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience related to the duties.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety procedures.
• Knowledge of culinary facilities maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the preparation and production of all baked goods.
• Prepares specialty-baked goods for catered events.
• Trains and guides bakers and pastry staff.

Skills

Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries

Ability to lead and train staff

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

Ability to analyze supplies costs

Knowledge of inventory control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

If you're eager to showcase your talents in a prestigious, full-service, AAA Four Diamond resort and make a meaningful impact, an extraordinary career opportunity awaits you. We are on the lookout for a passionate individual to join our team and help us continue delivering the unparalleled guest experience that sets us apart. As a Pastry Chef for Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will train other associates performing the same or related work and oversee the preparation and service of all baked goods, including specialty items.

Grand Geneva in Lake Geneva is a 1,300 acre, AAA Four Diamond resort and spa recognized as a Top Resort in the Midwest by Conde Nast Traveler. This award-winning, all-seasons destination features over 746 guest accommodations, the WELL Spa & Salon, two championship golf courses, fitness facilities, a ski hill and terrain park, and 9 unique food and beverage outlets. Our name in the area means home, family and tradition. We have a strong sense of tradition, and we're looking to create a strong, bright future - a future that includes you.

What will you be doing?

• Supervises the preparation and production of all baked goods
• Be extremely creative and a passionate professional in your field
• Prepares specialty-baked goods for in-house and catered events
• Analyzes food costs and determines most cost-effective recipes while maintaining quality
• Maintains food production records, reports, and department files as required
• Directs and/or arranges for the maintenance and care of departmental facilities, equipment, supplies, and materials in a manner that promotes efficiency, health, and safety
• Records inventory of supplies and orders stock from main storeroom; estimates daily and weekly requirements and replenishes items as appropriate
• Provides training and guidance to bakers, senior bakers, and other employees performing related work
• Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions
• May be required to prepare baked goods for special diets
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Prepare all pastries and desserts for buffets and three restaurant outlets
• Supervise all pastry staff including, hiring, training, counseling, and progressive discipline
• Schedule appropriate number of staff according to daily needs, banquet functions, and weekly forecast
• Control both labor and food costs
• Be able to work varying schedules to reflect business needs of the hotel, in addition attend all training sessions and necessary meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

What do you bring to the role?

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork
• Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls, and/or other baked goods
• Ability to analyze supplies costs and develop cost-effective procedures
• Ability to lead and train staff
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
• Knowledge of maintenance and care of culinary facilities, equipment, supplies, and materials
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, services ordering, and inventory control
• Ability to supervise and train assigned staff
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

What's in it for you?

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Discounted gym membership
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Free parking
• Two for one movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match
• And more!

About Us

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an equal opportunity employer.