Job Description
Position Overview:
Mountain Ridge Country Club is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Pastry Chef to join our culinary team at our private club. This is a hands-on production role ideal for a pastry professional who takes pride in daily execution, consistency, and refined presentation. The Pastry Chef will be directly responsible for creating and producing the à la carte dessert menu, high-volume production of desserts for buffets and events, and artisanal bread making for à la carte member dining. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for delivering outstanding service.
Key Job Functions:
- Creation, Production, and Execution:
- Create and execute à la carte desserts with consistency and a keen attention to presentation.
- Produce high-quality desserts for buffets and banquets, including weddings and member events.
- Handle daily production of artisan loaves, rolls, and specialty breads for multiple dining outlets.
- Menu Development and Workflow Management
- Assist in the development of seasonal menus and create dessert specials tailored to member preferences.
- Maintain organized mise en place and ensure an efficient workflow in a high-volume kitchen environment.
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of all pastry and baking items to maintain freshness and quality.
- Sanitation, Safety, and Team Collaboration
- Uphold strict sanitation, food safety, and allergen protocols, with proficiency in gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan production.
- Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and culinary team to meet service standards and timelines.
Job Qualifications:
- Minimum 3+ years of professional pastry or baking experience, preferably in a country club, hotel, or fine dining environment
- Strong proficiency in plated desserts, buffet-style pastry production, and bread making
- Solid foundation in doughs, custards, creams, chocolate, and baked goods
- Ability to manage hands-on production while maintaining quality during high-volume service
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Professional demeanor with a team-oriented mindset
- Culinary degree or formal pastry training preferred but not required
Job Tags
Full time,