Pastry Chef de Partie
About The Position
The Pastry Chef de Partie manages a specific section of the pastry kitchen, ensuring high standards of quality, presentation, and efficiency in a fast-paced, high-volume resort environment. The role oversees daily pastry production, contributes to seasonal menu development, and mentors junior team members. It also requires flexibility to support savory, pantry, and banquet operations as business demands dictate. This is a full-time, year-round, non-exempt position at Hotel Jerome in Aspen. The targeted compensation is $26–$28 per hour, with a competitive compensation package presented by Auberge Collection.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of professional pastry experience.
- Foundational understanding of savory kitchen operations, such as pantry, sauté, and grill, to provide cross-departmental assistance when required.
- Ability to maintain accuracy under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
- Strong communication skills and an inclination toward teaching, mentoring, and supporting teammates.
Nice To Haves
- At least 3 years of experience in a high-volume resort or upscale culinary environment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee high-volume production of pastry mise en place and ensure products are organized, stored, and rotated according to FIFO and resort guidelines.
- Work independently across kitchen stations, adapting to support pastry, pantry, and banquet operations as business volumes fluctuate.
- Assist the Pastry Chef with specialty dinners, large-scale banquets, and resort functions with minimal supervision.
- Collaborate on the creation and execution of innovative seasonal pastry menu items.
- Train and onboard new team members, providing daily technical guidance and mentorship in pastry techniques.
- Track daily ingredient and supply usage and relay accurate ordering needs to leadership to prevent shortages.
- Comply with state health regulations, sanitation codes, and resort safety standards.
- Demonstrate and teach the proper, safe use and maintenance of kitchen tools and heavy pastry equipment.
- Maintain knowledge of and adhere to departmental and resort policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Sick and safe time
- Medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans
- 401(k) plans with employer contribution
- Health and Flexible Spending Account programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company stay discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
