Pastry Department Lead | Menu Innovator & Quality Champion

Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program in a world-class resort kitchen. You will craft high-end desserts, supervise procurement, and ensure consistency with seasonal menus.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of pastry experience in top-tier resorts or clubs, a culinary degree, and proven ability to source local ingredients. Flexibility, leadership, and strong communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Pastry and desserts expertise required.
• Minimum 4–5 years in large world-class resorts, hotels, or clubs.
• Experience sourcing local ingredients and creating seasonal menu items.

Responsibilities

• Work with culinary and F&B leaders to set exemplary pastry standards and drive continual improvement.
• Lead by example in the Pastry department and anticipate business levels.
• Supervise daily procurement of pastry ingredients.
• Maintain quality control and daily procedures.
• Minimize waste with consistent procedures.
• Keep cleaning schedules and temperature records up to date.
• Create and implement new menu ideas with the Executive Chef.
• Organize kitchen and prep to handle daily restaurant covers.
• Monitor inventory levels with regular checks.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure proper handling by staff.
• Ensure all pastry items meet standard recipes and taste/appearance standards.
• Ensure dishes are uniform with correct portion sizes as per Executive Chef specs.
• Prevent use of contaminated products at any stage.
• Comply with government, safety, health, and security standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pastry & desserts

Menu concept development

Procurement

Quality control

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program in a world-class resort kitchen. You will craft high-end desserts, supervise procurement, and ensure consistency with seasonal menus.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of pastry experience in top-tier resorts or clubs, a culinary degree, and proven ability to source local ingredients. Flexibility, leadership, and strong communication are essential for success.