Pastry Cook - Full-Time - Wicker Point Golf Club
Alexander City, AL 35010
About the Job
Wicker Point Golf Club
Title: PastryCook
Reports to: Executive Pastry Chef
Overview:
The Pastry Cook preparesall baked goods and desserts and makes sure servers deliver each dish tocustomers in a timely manner. The PastryCook is responsible for that station's workflow and getting the prep listcompleted in a timely and efficient manner, as well as plated desserts andorders out to guests on time. They oversee the baking process from start tofinish and determine how much time each step requires.The PastryCook must be organized and self-motivated to uphold the high standards set inplace by coworkers and management.
Job Responsibilities:
- Sets up ala carte and stocks food items and other necessary supplies.
- Prepares bakery items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and kneading.
- Prepares food items by using the ovens and stovetop, as well as the large bakery mixer, ice cream maker, and other small kitchen appliances.
- Follow recipes and instructions per Executive Pastry Chef and uphold high standards set.
- Maintain cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage.
- Store product in containers with visible label and consolidate if possible.
- Cleans and sanitizes cooking surfaces at the end of the shift.
Skills/Qualifications:
•Basic written and verbal communicationskills
•Organizational skills
•Accuracy and speed in executing tasks.
•Ability to work as a team member.
•Follows directions and instructions.
•Physicalstrength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions.
•Flexibility,since hours for a line cook may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.
Educationand Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- One to two years of experience as a baker, pastry cook, or pastry apprentice.
- Certificate in Culinary/Pastry Arts preferred.
- Experience with various baking methods and procedures
- Familiar with industry best practices
QualitiesPreferred:
·Goodwith people
·Approachableby staff and members
·Teamplayer that will be able to help at other properties if needed for the growth ofthe whole company of Russell Lands
Physical Environment:
The physical demands described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialresponsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee isregularly required to stand, walk, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequentlyrequired to use hands to handle or feel. The employee may also occasionallylift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The temperature of the environment mayfluctuate drastically from very cold to very warm temperatures. The noiselevel may range from moderate to very loud.
