Pastry Cook - Glen Eyrie
About The Position
Due to the nature of this evergreen job posting, we are continuously sourcing candidates for this role to meet future hiring needs. While we may not have an immediate opening, if your application meets our requirements, it will be reviewed and kept on file by our recruitment team. PRIMARY PURPOSE The Pastry Cook shall serve The Navigators and carry out the responsibilities outlined below in alignment with The Navigators’ calling, values, and purpose: To advance the Gospel of Jesus and His Kingdom into the nations through spiritual generations of laborers living and discipling among the lost. This role is responsible for preparing high-quality bakery and pastry items—including breakfast pastries, cakes, frostings, fondant decorations, cookies, amenities, and special-order items—with excellence and creativity.
Requirements
- Belief in and adherence to the Statement of Faith and Mission of The Navigators.
- A minimum of 1–2 years of experience as a Pastry Cook is required
- valid food handling certificate is required.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal & written, to create understanding and build strong working relationships required.
- HS Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Nice To Haves
- culinary training or apprenticeship certification is preferred
Responsibilities
- Maintain thorough knowledge of the correct use, care, and maintenance of all pastry equipment and tools; operate all equipment safely and only as intended.
- Meet regularly with your supervisor to review daily assignments, anticipated guest volume, special requests, and other pertinent operational updates.
- Complete opening and closing duties.
- Inspecting the cleanliness and functionality of all tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Reviewing the production schedule and par levels.
- Establishing and prioritizing daily prep items.
- Prepare all menu items in accordance with standardized recipes and departmental quality standards.
- Communicate proactively with the Executive Pastry Chef regarding any anticipated product shortages to ensure uninterrupted service.
- Adhere to all proper storage procedures, maintaining compliance with Health Department regulations and Glen Eyrie standards.
- Practice effective waste reduction techniques and assist in maintaining food cost controls in line with forecasted targets.
- Participate in Navigators’ on-site learning and development events, Cultural Development and Diversity trainings, or other non-Navigator developmental events as appropriate.
- Participate in annual processes, such as the organizational Plan and Progress Review (PPR), Engagement Survey, Reaffirmation of the Navigators Code of Conduct, Calling-Core Values-Vision, Statement of Faith, Driver’s Authorization, and other releases as required.
- Submit time worked on a weekly basis through the Workday Time Tracking system.
- Other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
