Baker

We are in search of a passionate Pastry Cook to join our team. If you have a positive attitude, a passion for creating delicious desserts, and a love for learning, we want to speak with you! This position is looking for availability for the early mornings.
If you are a creative individual with a passion for pastry arts and meet the requirements below, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:
oPrepare a variety of assorted pastries, baked goods, and fine-dining desserts in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
oQuickly and Effectively Communicate with team members and management to fulfill orders or address requested needs/concerns from other departments; Receive storeroom orders; Respond to incoming/current banquet and outlet orders in a timely fashion.
oScale, mix, and cook/bake recipes according to the Pastry Chef and Sous Chef.
oRead, measure, and execute recipes to produce a multitude of dessert items. Take action to correct any irregularities.
oParticipate in assigned product preparation to uphold standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation; Replicate and memorize production procedures and presentation specifications that change seasonally.
oComply with sanitation practices: Properly label and date all products; Maintain a clean and organized working space; Ensure kitchen equipment is clean; Ensure quality, consistency and cleanliness of kitchen operation.
oMonitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed; assist in conducting inventory and par level checks.
oCheck refrigerators to prevent waste and contamination; Follow a strict first-in, first-out code of conduct.
oContribute your own creative skill and knowledge to develop dessert menus and recipes.
oAbility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds throughout shift
oAbility to stand on feet a minimum of two hours
oOther duties as assigned

Minimum Education:
oHigh school diploma or GED equivalent required
oCulinary degree or certification in baking and pastry arts preferred
oTwo to three years of direct baking experience may be substituted for culinary schooling

Minimum Experience:
o2+ years of direct baking experience, preferably within the hospitality industry
oMust possess a valid Food Handlers card or ServSafe certification

Skills/Abilities:
oAn adaptable mindset is key. A flexible individual with schedule, daily operations timing, and with others will thrive in this role.
oFamiliar with baking utensils, piping techniques, stand mixer functions and other commercial kitchen machinery; knowledge of pastry art methods, procedures, and techniques.
oFollow recipes concisely and accurately; Ability to read and interpret documents such as menus, BEO sheets, recipe instructions, and schedules.
oWorking knowledge of weight and volume measurements, both metric and standard US units; Ability to calculate figures using conversion and percentage formulas.
Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines.
oCollaborate with the culinary team to develop new dessert items; Ability to take direction from others.
oCreativity and its application through design and menu required
o*Essential functions may be adjusted due to changing market conditions or changing Hotel requirements

Benefits:
oCompetitive wage
oEligible employees can have access to comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental
oEligible employees can have access to a pension fund after a year
oEligible employees can be provided with a uniform
o401(k) retirement savings plan to secure your future
oOpportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company
oWork in a supportive and dynamic environment that fosters professional and personal development

Application Process:
Interested candidates can apply online or apply in person at the Hotel Captain Cook HR office. HR Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm.

Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

The Hotel Captain Cook is committed to diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.