Pastry Cook- Glen Eyrie

The Navigators•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

This is an evergreen job posting, meaning we accept applications year-round to build a pool of candidates for future opportunities. While we may not have an immediate opening, we welcome your application if you are interested in serving with us. If your qualifications align with a current or future need, our recruitment team may contact you. Due to the ongoing nature of this posting, we are unable to provide updates or respond to every applicant. 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.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal & written, to create understanding and build strong working relationships required.
HS Diploma or GED equivalent required.
A valid food handling certificate is 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.