Pastry Cook

Chateau Elan; Braselton, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount hotel stays

Discount spa services

Discount golf

Discount food and beverage

YouDecide program discounts

Discount retail

Job summary

Chateau Elan in Braselton, GA is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to maintain consistently high-quality food and support smooth kitchen operations. You will begin with prep, assist during service, and ensure proper handling of perishables while following safety standards.

The role requires dexterity and the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, with strong verbal and written communication. Hotel and resort environment provides growth and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity to operate food machinery.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 100 lbs on a continuous schedule.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipes, production and portion standards.
• Start items prepared ahead, ensuring not to over/under prepare.
• Date and rotate perishables per HEI standards and keep temps.
• Check pars for shift use and plan necessary prep and line setup.
• Note out-of-stock items and potential shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked and organized.
• Return unused items to storage with proper dating.
• Help control food costs and reduce waste per standards.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment (fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, etc.).
• Attend regular shifts and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Dexterity

Lifting 100 lbs

Verbal communication

Audience adaptation

Job description

About Us

Within the sweeping panorama of the north Georgia foothills, Chateau Elan began with the planting of the vineyards in 1981. From these lush vines has grown a 3,500 acre conference and leisure destination. We welcome your interest in applying for a position with Chateau Élan Winery & Resort. For many years, we have served our guests with the highest level of products and service in luxury resorts. We owe our growth and success to our associates who have served our guests with dedication and pride. The key to our continued growth is found in satisfying and exceeding our guests’ expectations. We look for people with personality, energy, enthusiasm and commitment. We nurture and train our associates throughout their tenure here. They, in turn, provide the highest level of guest service making Chateau Élan the special place it is today.

Perks

• discount hotel stays
• discount spa services
• discount golf
• discount food and beverage
• discount retail as well as access to the YouDecide® discount program
• YouDecide® offerings include negotiated pricing arrangements for vacation destinations, hotels, vacation planning, rental cars, movie tickets/rentals, consumer electronics, consumer goods and services, personal services and even discounts on cell phones and plans

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation: Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs
• Date all food containers and rotate as per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per HEI Hotels and Resorts standards
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience preferred
• Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule with or without reasonable accommodation
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs
• DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.