Pastry Cook 2

Northwood Investors•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

As a Baker, the role is responsible for producing a wide variety of high-quality baked goods for hotel guests, including breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts. The position involves preparing, baking, finishing, decorating, plating, and cutting baked goods, as well as preparing non-baked goods to fulfill assigned work duties. The role requires an understanding of scratch baking and the facets of a gourmet pastry department, and the ability to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced, high-volume environment using large equipment. The employee works independently and as part of a diverse culinary team, and must adapt to changing operational demands. The listed duties are not exhaustive and may change or be added at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or meet the position's productivity, performance, or qualification standards.

Requirements

Proven experience as a baker or in a similar role.
Demonstrated experience of 1–3 years making pastries and identifying pastry products.
Strong knowledge of baking techniques and ingredients, including an understanding of scratch baking.
Ability to read and follow written recipes precisely and follow measurements accurately.
Experience navigating high-volume work using large equipment such as double rack ovens, 140 qt mixers, and sheeters.
Food Handler's Certificate (required).
Excellent time management and organizational skills; punctuality, attentiveness, and responsiveness to operational demands.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including with individuals and teams of diverse backgrounds.
Flexibility to adapt to change.
Passion for baking and a creative eye for detail.

Responsibilities

Prepare doughs, batters, and fillings according to recipes and standards.
Bake a variety of breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts.
Decorate cakes and pastries with icings, frostings, and other decorative elements.
Prepare non-baked goods and finish, decorate, plate, and cut baked goods as required.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Follow food safety and sanitation regulations, and work safely.
Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and specials.
Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies.
Work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and respond to daily operational demands.