Pastry Chef

Spirit Mountain Casino • Grand Ronde, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pastry Chef oversees, plans and creates the daily production of the Pastry Kitchen, including training, supervising and actively participating in all the ordering and production to maintain SMGI’s highest standards and quality. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by this position. Employee(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Requirements

• Principals, practices and methods of baking and pastry production.
• Ability to compute recipes and make adjustments according to volume and/or forecasted trends.
• Principles of safety and sanitation in a bake shop or pastry kitchen environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of working with equipment needed for producing a high volume of baked goods, included mixers, ovens and ranges as well as a general understanding of daily maintenance and sanitation necessary to keep equipment in sound working order.
• Computer software applications, such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Budget preparation, bid and purchasing procedures, and expense control.
• Interpersonal skills using tact and diplomacy.
• Planning, coordinating, and preparing products for daily use and special events as required.
• Effectively supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Maintaining equipment in a safe and sanitary condition.
• Operating computer hardware and software.
• Communicating both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Certified Executive Pastry Chef (C.E.P.C.) certification and eight years of experience in a high quality, high volume operation or any combination of education and experience that meets the required knowledge and skills at the C.E.P.C. level.
• Serve-Safe and Oregon Health and Food Handler’s Card required or must be obtained within 30 days of beginning work.
• Low Security gaming license issued by the Grand Ronde Gaming Commission.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory skills in a high volume bake shop or pastry kitchen operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce baked goods including breads, pies, cakes, mousses and Danishes.
• Supervises and trains staff on all products according to recipes and specifications.
• Plans and assigns work and makes recommendations to the Executive Chef.
• Orders supplies and ensures they are properly rotated and stocked.
• Prepares displays and products for special events according to BEO’s and in conjunction with the Executive Chef.
• Performs other duties and assignments as needed.
• Provides oversight in the training and scheduling of employees assigned to the Pastry Kitchen.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations’ policies and applicable laws and in alignment with SMGI’s Pride Values, Brand Promise, and Business Vision.
• Plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems for employees as well as guests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager