Pastry Cook

Job Title: Pastry Cook

Classification: Non-Exempt 

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Pastry Cook in our pastry department. A Pastry Cook oversees the daily preparation of a pastry kitchen, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality baked goods using precise measurements and techniques. The duties include following recipes, decorating pastries and maintain quality standards for ingredients and finished products. Always considering cleanliness and sanitation in the entire pastry shop.

Key Responsibilities

•    Oversee the daily production of pastries, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods according to established recipes and standards. 

•    Monitor quality control throughout the production process, ensuring consistency in taste, appearance, and texture. 

•    Manage inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, placing orders as needed. 

•    Ensure proper labeling and storage of ingredients and finished products. 

•    Assist the pastry chef in developing new pastry items and menu variations. 

•    Test new recipes and techniques to enhance quality and customer satisfaction. 

•    Stay updated on current pastry trends and industry best practices. 

•    Create and manage production schedules to meet demand. 

•    Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the pastry kitchen 

•    Inspect equipment regularly and report any maintenance issues 

•    Respond to Member inquiries regarding pastry items 

•    Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth service delivery 

The ideal candidate will have the following experience, skills, and knowledge:

•    High school diploma or GED; 2 or more years’ experience in the culinary related professional area.

OR

•    2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major.

•    Proven experience as a Pastry Production Supervisor or similar role in a bakery or restaurant

•    Proficiency in baking and decorating pastries, bread, and other baked goods

•    Excellent knowledge of pastry arts and baking techniques

•    Knowledge of techniques and equipment for preparing and presenting pastry food products for consumption, including storage/handling techniques and sanitation standards.

•    Measuring ingredients, adjusting portion sizes, converting units and calculating cooking times. Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

•    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

•    Excellent time management and organizational skills.

•    Microsoft Office knowledge: email, word and excel.

•    Must have current food handler’s certification as required by federal/state/local law.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience, skills, and knowledge:

•    Honor all work-related requests made by a manager or supervisor, which may or may not be outside normal duties, to ensure member satisfaction.

•    Ability to inspect and maintain all areas for which you are responsible. 

•    Ability to foster and maintain good work environments and open communication with FOH and BOH and managers.

•    Self-Motivated.

•    Good communicator.

•    Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

•    Must be available to work a 40-hour work week, including weekends and holidays.

•    High volume experience recommended.

•    Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Dallas Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.