PM Pastry Cook - Blackberry Mountain

Blackberry Farm, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Blackberry Farm, LLC is seeking a Pastry Cook to support the pastry team in dessert production and nightly plating. You will collaborate with the Pastry Chef to ensure high-quality desserts and timely service in a fine-dining setting at Blackberry Farm.

The role emphasizes pastry preparation, recipe scaling, and maintaining a clean, organized bakeshop, with opportunities to contribute to in-room dining and special events.

Qualifications

• Culinary education preferred and a minimum of 1 year experience in restaurant and pastry.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to compose effective recipes and communicate with guests and team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakeshop.
• Communicate pastry supplies and equipment needs.
• Rotate and monitor raw and finished products.
• Prepare dessert production for nightly plating and special events.
• Bake bread fresh for nightly service.
• Assist with in-room dining and dessert production for events.

Skills

Recipe composition

Communication with guests and team

Kitchen teamwork

Guest interaction

Mathematical scaling of recipes

Education

Culinary education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. 1507 E. Millers Cove Rd Walland, TN 37886 The Pastry Cook, alongside the Pastry Chef, is responsible for all aspects of dessert production and presentation in support of restaurant operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Cleanliness and organization of bakeshop
• Communication of all pastry specific supplies and equipment needs
• Proper rotation and monitoring of raw and finished products
• Proper following of dessert production rotation
• Completing weekly ice cream inventory
• Responsible for setting up pastry line for nightly dessert plating
• Bake bread fresh throughout nightly service
• Production of all minor dessert components
• Deep cleaning station following service
• Proper wrapping and storage of all pastry products
• Awareness of upcoming events
• Assist with in-room dining and Dogwood dessert production
• Individual, bi-annual goals

Must comply with all company policies and procedures. Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position. Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Culinary Education preferred and a minimum of 1-year experience in Restaurant and Pastry
• High school diploma or equivalent

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must be able to compose effective recipes
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Must be able to convert recipes into larger and smaller batches as needed
• Must thoroughly understand weights, measures, and conversion of both

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Requires heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to be on feet for the duration of shift
• Requires constant bending, stooping and reaching
• Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fully equipped bakeshop staffed by as many as six people at one time. Requires working as part of the overall kitchen team and sharing of equipment, supplies, and product. May occasionally be asked to go outside in all weather conditions.

Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain, Relais & Châteaux properties located in the Great Smoky Mountains, continue the traditions of unparalleled hospitality and luxury that have always been the hallmark of the Blackberry brand. Combining land conservation, modern-day luxuries, and captivating natural setting, the two resorts create vacation experiences unlike any other. Activities abound at Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain offering the opportunity for every guest to create an ideal experience to enjoy the properties and the region, whether they’re seeking the thrill of adventure, the relaxation of a spa immersion, or quality time around the table enjoying celebrated cuisine.

A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability. From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, Blackberry provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career.

Some of our benefits include travel perks and property benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional paid holidays, health insurance and flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit share and training and education. Blackberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.