Pastry Cook

AT INDIGO ROAD...

Our goal is to be the best job you'll ever have in the hospitality industry. No joke, it's what we truly aim for. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart. Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever.

VANDIVER...

Located on historic Main Street Clayton, Bridge Creek Inn features 45-guest rooms, a coffee shop, a bar & restaurant, and multiple indoor / outdoor event venues. Best known for its mountains, rivers, and lakes, let our hotel be your basecamp for all Rabun County has to offer. Vandiver, the restaurant inside of Bridge Creek Inn will open Summer/Fall 2024.

THE ROLE..

You spend your days off crafting the perfect recipe based on your grandmother's pecan pie while whipping up homemade ice cream for the top. Simply put, you're passionate about sweets and you always have been. As the Pastry Cook, you'll be working directly with the Pastry Chef while executing our restaurant dessert offerings while ensuring that our pastry teams are as excited about diligently creating them as you.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistency is key, so you'll learn to prepare all dessert and baked good items on the menu, but will use our Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products without relying on memory.
• Keeping with consistency, you'll adhere to standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Your creativity doesn't get in the way of organization; each day you'll refer to a Daily Prep List and Closing Checklist at the start and end of each shift for assigned duties and complete both fully.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station, adhering to all DHEC regulations; this includes tables, shelves, walls, ovens, pastry/dessert equipment and refrigeration equipment.
• Promptly report all product shortages, equipment problems or food quality issues to Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
• Participate in all scheduled employee meetings, voicing suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Pastry Chef or manager-on-duty.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a pastry kitchen handling preparation and cooking.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills with the desire to learn advanced pastry cooking skills.
• Understanding and knowledge of kitchen safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and restaurant employees.
• Must be flexible to work both AM and PM shifts as needed.
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, employees and guests.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing hospitality team.
• Fast-paced and rewarding work environment.

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, employment is "at will" or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. That means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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