Pastry Cook

Valor Hospitality Partners; Gulf Shores (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Daily Pay!

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Uniforms Provided for most positions

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid PTO

401k with employer match

Food and Beverage Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valor Hospitality Partners in Gulf Shores, AL is seeking a passionate Pastry Chef to create and decorate a wide range of desserts for our hotels. You will bake, decorate, and help develop menus, while overseeing inventory and maintaining kitchen standards.

The role requires strong baking techniques, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail. Entry-level candidates may qualify with a high school diploma, while more advanced roles prefer an associate or culinary degree in pastry arts.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent; culinary cert/degree preferred.
• Associate’s degree in pastry arts or culinary certificate highly desired.
• Strong baking techniques and ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Creativity in designing desserts and flavor combinations.
• Attention to detail and meticulous in presentations.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Clear communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure and accept criticism.

Responsibilities

• Bake a wide variety of goods following traditional and new recipes.
• Decorate desserts with frostings, glazes, and toppings to create appealing presentations.
• Contribute ideas for new dishes and create custom desserts.
• Check and order ingredients and supplies for the pastry section.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic work area and manage kitchen staff.
• Keep accurate records of food costs and inventory.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary certificate or degree

Pastry arts degree or certificate

Baking techniques

Creative dessert design

Attention to detail

Organization and time management

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Education

Associate’s degree in pastry arts

Certificate from a culinary institution

Bachelor’s degree in pastry arts

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here.

Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.

POSITION PROFILE

A pastry chef’s job description involvespreparing, baking, and decorating a wide variety of desserts and baked goods like cakes, cookies, and pastries. Key duties include recipe creation, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace, and potentially supervising other kitchen staff. Qualifications can range from a high school diploma for entry-level positions to an associate or bachelor’s degree in pastry arts for more advanced roles, along with strong technical skills, creativity, and attention to detail.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES

• Creation and preparation:Bake a wide variety of goods, such as cakes, cookies, pies, pastries, and breads, following both traditional and new recipes.
• Decoration:Decorate desserts with frostings, glazes, and toppings to create visually appealing presentations.
• Menu development:Contribute ideas for new dishes and create custom desserts.
• Inventory and ordering:Check and order ingredients and supplies for the pastry section.
• Kitchen management:Maintain a clean and hygienic work area and manage kitchen staff.
• Record-keeping:Keep accurate records of food costs and inventory.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• High school education or equivalent experience. Culinary certificate or degree preferred.
• An associate’s degree in pastry arts or a certificate from a culinary institution is highly desired.
• Strong baking techniques and the ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Creativity in designing unique desserts and new flavor combinations.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous in measuring ingredients and perfecting presentations.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with other staff.
• Ability to work well under pressure and accept criticism.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to lift, push, carry 20 - 40 lbs.
• Stand continuously for long periods of time.
• Lift, pull, push, bend, and move items to support the hotel and outlets

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary
• Daily Pay!
• Team Member Hotel Discount Program
• Uniforms Provided for most positions
• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options
• Paid PTO
• 401k with employer match
• Food and Beverage Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love of the beach and Gulf Shores, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk!