Senior Pastry Cook — Lead Desserts at a Luxury Resort

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Hersheypark admission

Employee discounts

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401K Contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

The Hotel Hershey, part of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, seeks a skilled Pastry Cook to produce dessert and bakery items with precision in a luxury setting.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of scratch bakery experience, a degree or certificate in Baking & Pastry Arts, and ServSafe certification. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to train junior pastry staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of 3 years high product scratch bakery experience in an upscale/casual restaurant environment.
• Degree or Certificate in Baking and Pastry Arts; 2 years related work experience may be substituted for education.
• Must obtain ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Produce dessert and bakery products following recipes and chef's directions with supervision.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work environment and station daily.
• Maintain standards of personal hygiene and proper uniform guidelines.
• Demonstrate leadership within the team and train Pastry staff as needed.
• Write prep lists and manage stations during shifts, ensuring efficiency and quality.

Skills

Superior baking and pastry skills

Proficient pastry techniques

Team leadership and training

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to hygiene and safety

Education

Baking and Pastry Arts degree/certificate

Job description

The Hotel Hershey, part of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, seeks a skilled Pastry Cook to produce dessert and bakery items with precision in a luxury setting.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of scratch bakery experience, a degree or certificate in Baking & Pastry Arts, and ServSafe certification. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to train junior pastry staff.