Pastry Cook

Laredo Country Club; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Pastry Cook to join their team. This role involves preparing a variety of baked goods, including bread, pastries, and desserts, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pastry arts, with at least two years of commercial baking experience. You'll thrive in a vibrant and family-oriented atmosphere dedicated to exceptional service and member experiences. If you have a passion for baking and a keen eye for detail, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive rate

Performance Bonus - Tiered Scale

Paid Vacation with rollover or payout

Sick, Family and Personal Time Off

Uniforms provided by the Club

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a commercial baker.
• Certificate or diploma from a recognized bakery and pastry arts training program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all baked goods according to club's standard recipes.
• Schedule production of baked goods to maintain inventory.
• Assist Pastry Chef with quality control checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of ingredients

Artistic eye

Food safety regulations

Basic food preparation equipment

Education

High School graduate or GED

Certificate or diploma from bakery and pastry arts training

Tools

Large-capacity mixer

Convection oven

Ice cream machine

Pizza oven

Robo coupe or food processor

40-gallon steam kettle

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Club Mission

Club Vision

"Our Family's Second Home"

Employee Mission

"To empower our family of employees through fostering a positive environment, we will provide the most vibrant atmosphere with quality amenities as the premier country club in South Texas, while enhancing the club experience by always striving for excellent service."

Education And/or Experience

High School graduate or GED. Certificate or diploma from a recognized bakery and pastry arts training program. At least two years of experience as a commercial baker.

Club Mission

"The premier private club experience, Laredo Country Club provides a family-oriented social setting devoted to promoting exceptional sport, dining, social and recreational member experiences. Our club is the place to be in Laredo with a warm friendly atmosphere for our family of members and staff."

Club Vision

"Our Family's Second Home"

Employee Mission

"To empower our family of employees through fostering a positive environment, we will provide the most vibrant atmosphere with quality amenities as the premier country club in South Texas, while enhancing the club experience by always striving for excellent service."

Education And/or Experience

High School graduate or GED. Certificate or diploma from a recognized bakery and pastry arts training program. At least two years of experience as a commercial baker.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations

• Must be able to use basic food preparation equipment including: large-capacity mixer, ice cream machine, convection oven, pizza oven, proofer, robo coupe or other food processor, 40-gallon steam kettle and steam cabinet.
• Ensures that work area is safe and secure.
• Attention to detail, knowledge of ingredients, and an aesthetic/artistic eye.
• Adheres to state and local health and food safety regulations.
• Maintains high standards of quality for all food prepared and served.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.
  
  

Job Summary

Prepare all baked goods, including bread and pastries and desserts according to club's standard recipes.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Assesses daily bakery needs with Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef.
• Schedules production of bread, rolls, biscuits and muffins to maintain a proper inventory of freshly baked goods.
• Prepares all baked goods, puddings, gelatins, frozen desserts, stewed and baked fruits, pies, cakes, French pastries and other bakery items.
• Prepares and serves items in accordance with established recipe and presentation standards.
• Responsible for operating with budgeted food cost guidelines under supervision of Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
• Review bakery needs for special events in conjunction with the Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef as they occur.
• Informs management of any problems concerning food quality production.
• Assists the Pastry Chef with daily quality control checks.
• Assists Pastry Chef with equipment evaluations.
• Reports all maintenance and/or repair needs to Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
• Supervises special bake shop orders including decorated cakes.
• Hires, supervises, trains and evaluates baker's helpers.
• Oversees pastry cart and buffet dessert table set-up and presentation.
• Keeps walk-in organized.
• Sets-up, maintains, cleans and breaks down pastry station.
• Notifies Pastry Chef in advance of expected product shortages.
• Keeps par stocks at proper levels and requisitions supplies as needed to prepare menu items.
• Properly stores all food, which must be covered, dated and rotated daily to ensure proper portion control and quality.
• Attends kitchen employee and staff meetings.
• Assists Pastry Chef in completion of other duties as assigned.
  
  

Licenses And Special Requirements

• Food Safety Certification.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Work in hot, humid and noisy environment.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive rate
• Performance Bonus - Tiered Scale
• Paid Vacation with rollover or payout
• Sick, Family and Personal Time Off
• Uniforms provided by the Club
  
  

How To Apply

Apply online at www.laredocc.com under "Join Our Team" or via email to Mrs. Daniela Groogan, Human Resources Director at [e-mail]

Please attach a resume and references.

Salary: $11 - $15 per hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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