Seasonal Pastry Cook at Luxury Mountain Ranch

Auric Road LMR Management LLC; Big Sky (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals

Ranch amenities

Seasonal housing

Job summary

Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, Montana, seeks a passionate Pastry Cook to craft pastries, breads, desserts, and sweet finishes for our restaurants and events. You’ll work alongside a pastry and culinary team in a high-volume scratch kitchen, using seasonal ingredients to create memorable desserts that elevate guest experiences.

This full-time role requires morning/evening shifts, flexibility on weekends and holidays, and a commitment to food safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Previous pastry, baking, or professional kitchen experience in a full-service restaurant, bakery, resort, hotel, or similar culinary environment.
• Strong understanding of baking fundamentals, pastry techniques, and food safety practices.
• Food Handler Certification (or the ability to obtain one before beginning work).
• Ability to follow recipes accurately while maintaining consistency and efficiency.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen.
• Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays throughout the season.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh pastries, breads, desserts, and baked goods for daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events.
• Execute recipes consistently while maintaining exceptional quality, presentation, and portion standards.
• Assist with production planning and daily prep to ensure each service is fully prepared.
• Support banquet and special event pastry production throughout the season.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient pastry workstations throughout each shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Properly store, rotate, and label ingredients to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
• Communicate effectively with the pastry and culinary teams to support smooth daily operations.
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and promptly report maintenance concerns.
• Continue developing pastry techniques while contributing to a collaborative kitchen culture.

Skills

Baking fundamentals

Pastry techniques

Food safety practices

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Formal pastry or culinary education

Job description

Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, Montana, seeks a passionate Pastry Cook to craft pastries, breads, desserts, and sweet finishes for our restaurants and events. You’ll work alongside a pastry and culinary team in a high-volume scratch kitchen, using seasonal ingredients to create memorable desserts that elevate guest experiences.

This full-time role requires morning/evening shifts, flexibility on weekends and holidays, and a commitment to food safety and quality.