Pastry Cook/Baker | Full Time

Greenleaf Hospitality Group • Myrtle Beach, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full time role. A Look Into Working in the Banquet Kitchen. Step into a key role behind the scenes in our Banquet Kitchen. As a team member, you'll be at the core of creating memorable experiences for guests at various events in our 24 event spaces or through offsite catering. From elegant weddings to high-profile corporate gatherings, you'll feel the adrenaline rush whether you’re crafting exquisite dishes or maintaining a spotless kitchen. Benefit from continuous learning, career growth opportunities, flexible shifts, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Your dedication to exceptional cuisine is celebrated here. Be part of something extraordinary with us!

Requirements

• Available 30-40 hours per week flexibly - mornings, weekends, holidays.
• At least 1 year of experience as a pastry cook/baker or similar role (high volume production preferred)
• Bread/dough production a plus
• Advanced understanding of ingredients, kitchen equipment, procedures and various cooking methods
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure
• Ability to take constructive criticism
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
• Basic culinary math knowledge
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Advanced knife skills
• Able to stand for long periods of time, up to 8 hours or more
• Able to stoop and bend
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to safely work with potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment
• Able to handle responsibilities that require repetitive motion tasks

Nice To Haves

• high volume production preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with Production, according to the established standards of the Pastry Chef of all Bakeshop products, included but not limited to; cakes, breakfast pastries, bread production, ice cream, confections and overall needs of all GHG hospitality group outlets.
• Aid in the preparation and execution of all the breakfast parties for the banquets department as required by the team's leadership.
• Prepare ingredients for service in accordance with all kitchen SOP’s, procedures and recipes
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines in accordance with kitchen standards and local food code
• Communicate effectively with chef and cook team
• Have basic Knowledge in Cakes, Custards, Pies and Cookies.
• Understand and follow all standardized recipes as given by Pastry Chef
• Executing demands efficiently in a high volume kitchen
• Maintain highest level of kitchen cleanliness and organization
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with fellow associates in the Banquet kitchen and other GHG outlets
• Participate in the breakdown and cleaning of bakeshop floors, walk-in coolers, surfaces and equipment at the end of each shift.
• Training new and current teammates

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision (Full-Time option)
• 401K with 100% match up to 3% (Full-Time option)
• Parental Leave Program (Full-Time Option)
• Robust Employee Assistance Program providing a wide range of services including up to 7 free counseling sessions per year
• Health and Wellness reimbursement up to $600 annually for items like massages, gym memberships, running shoes etc.
• Shift meal provided per day
• 10% Discount on GHG outlets
• Discounted hotel rates at Choice Hotels Worldwide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed