Pastry Cook

Alderbrook Resort & Spa; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid sick time

Free daily meals

Free kayak & paddleboard rentals

Room & spa discounts

Health insurance

Life insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Alderbrook Resort & Spa in Union, WA is seeking a Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. This role features a morning shift with 30+ hours per week and pay between $19 and $25 per hour plus service charge. You will craft pastries and desserts, ensuring quality, taste, and presentation across the menu.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of pastry experience or a pastry degree with experience. A WA Food Worker Card is required within 14 days of hire. Benefits include meals, insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' commercial baking/pastry experience or a degree in pastry arts with 6+ months' experience.
• Flexible weekends required.
• WA Food Worker Card within 14 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, baked goods, and dessert components using established recipes.
• Ensure each item meets quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Follow portion sizes, prep methods, and plating guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation.
• Handle, store, and rotate ingredients using FIFO.
• Assist with prep during slower periods and support the team during closing.
• Complete the closing checklist for pastry and kitchen stations.
• Join team meetings and contribute ideas.

Skills

Pastry

Baking

Food safety

Education

Degree in pastry arts

Job description

Pay | $19 ~ $25/hr ($17.13 - $22.00/hr base + service charge avg.)

Title | Pastry Cook

Hours | 30+ hours per week (morning shift)

Status | Regular (Permanent)

Location | Union, WA

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Summary

As a Pastry Cook you'll be the artist behind our delightful desserts, making sure every sweet treat from our menu looks as good as it tastes.

We're looking for someone who can...

• Prepare pastries, baked goods, and dessert components using established recipes.
• Ensure each item meets quality, taste, and presentation standards before it goes out.
• Follow portion sizes, prep methods, and plating guidelines consistently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation.
• Handle, store, and rotate ingredients properly using FIFO practices.
• Assist with prep during slower periods and support the team during closing.
• Complete the closing checklist for pastry and kitchen stations.
• Join team meetings and contribute ideas.

Qualifications

• Required | 2+ years' commercial baking/pastry experience, or:
• Alt. Required | Degree in pastry arts with 6+ months' commercial baking/pastry experience
• Flexible work availability including weekends required
• WA Food Worker Card required within 14 days after hire
• Equivalent education, skills, and/or experience necessary to perform the essential functions may be considered

Perks & Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions (upon meeting eligibility criteria)
• Paid sick time (part-time and/or seasonal staff)
• Free daily meals fresh from the kitchen
• Free kayak and paddleboard rentals
• Huge discounts on rooms, spa, our restaurant and more!
• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Hospital/Accident)
• Life insurance
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid time-off (11-31 days per year)

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical Demands. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and stand for extended periods. They frequently walk, sit, climb stairs, demonstrate hand dexterity, reach, stoop, kneel, bend, twist, push, pull, or crouch. Occasionally, the employee may lift or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision. The role may also require sustained visual and mental concentration.
• Work Environment. Conditions are typical of a kitchen environment, with controlled settings, temperature variations, moderate noise levels, and exposure to certain chemicals.

About Us

Hospitable. Authentic. Inclusive. Engaging. Kind. Proactive. Our Promise.

At Alderbrook Resort & Spa, we believe that excellent guest service starts with a supportive, collaborative team environment. We are committed to building each other up; offering on-the-job training and opportunities to learn new skills that can benefit you in a variety of roles and advance your career in hospitality.

Develop your skills in an awe-inspiring setting on the scenic Hood Canal. Our award-winning resort offers luxury accommodations, gourmet dining, and a variety and spa and recreational activities-- all available to our employees at a significant discount.

Ready to be part of something special?

Join our dedicated team and help create unforgettable experiences where serenity meets adventure!

Diversity & EEO

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment at Alderbrook Resort & Spa (North Forty Lodging LLC). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic.

Reasonable accommodations are provided for religious practices and individuals with disabilities. For more information please email [e-mail].

Final Details

This summary may not capture all job duties and requirements. For complete details, please email [e-mail].

Physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job functions may be revised based on business needs or emergencies.

This posting is not an employment contract; employment is at-will and can be altered by North Forty Lodging LLC at any time. Employees are expected follow company policies.

All positions will remain open until filled. North Forty Lodging LLC reserves the right to close job postings at any time.

North Forty Lodging LLC is an E-Verify participant.

Candidates who need accommodation in the application process or wish to receive this job post in an alternative format may contact [e-mail].

LOCATED IN UNION, WA