Silver Lake Pastry Chef - Year Round

Alterra • Deer Valley, WA

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About The Position

The Silver Lake Pastry Chef is responsible for the preparation of all food served within the guidelines set forth by the Deer Valley Food & Beverage Department. The Pastry Chef directs and coordinates all activities of the pastry kitchen, leads the pastry team, maintains established operational standards, rules, and guiding principles.

Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of pastry kitchen experience in a comparable food volume operation
• High school or equivalent education
• Broad range of pastry production experience, strong kitchen organization, productivity, and versatility
• Experience in supervising employees
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50+lbs regularly
• Must be available and willing to work various hours, holidays, and weekends
• Must have Manager ServSafe or similar certification expected by the Health Department

Responsibilities

• Supervise bakery operations and the flow of production to maintain efficient bakery production with consistent attention to detail, quality, and presentation
• Oversee use of standard recipes for all bakery and pastry items
• Develop dessert menus for restaurants, lodges, and special events in conjunction with the executive chef
• Create weekly employee schedules according to business needs and budget
• Assist in recruiting efforts for new employees and conduct employee evaluations
• Control food cost and waste through efficient production and rotation of product
• Able to work in any station during any meal period, managing work force and flow of service
• Assists Chef with monthly inventories, pricing, cost controls, and issuing of food for production
• Ensure financial targets are being met and all accounting SOP’s are being followed consistently
• Must have effective communication skills with other employees, management, and guests responding quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner, following up to ensure guest satisfaction
• Makes recommendations for maintenance, repair and upkeep of the kitchen, its equipment and other areas of the restaurant
• Hands on kitchen organization, label, dating and rotation of food product, cleaning, food preparation, and hot line work
• Is a integral part of ice cream and bulk shoulder season production for seasonal business levels
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match
• NEW starting wage of $20 per hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED