Baking Specialist

2 weeks ago

Laredo, Texas, United States LAREDO COUNTRY CLUB, INC. Full time
Club Mission

"The premier private club experience, Laredo Country Club provides a family-oriented social setting devoted to promoting exceptional sport, dining, social and recreational member experiences. Our club is the place to be in Laredo with a warm friendly atmosphere for our family of members and staff."

Club Vision

"Our Family's Second Home"

Employee Mission

"To empower our family of employees through fostering a positive environment, we will provide the most vibrant atmosphere with quality amenities as the premier country club in South Texas, while enhancing the club experience by always striving for excellent service."

Education and/or Experience

High School graduate or GED. Certificate or diploma from a recognized bakery and pastry arts training program. A minimum of two years of experience in a commercial baking environment.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations
  • Proficient in using essential food preparation equipment such as large-capacity mixers, ice cream machines, convection ovens, pizza ovens, proofers, food processors, and steam kettles.
  • Ensures a safe and secure work environment.
  • Demonstrates attention to detail, ingredient knowledge, and an artistic eye.
  • Complies with state and local health and food safety regulations.
  • Maintains high standards of quality for all food prepared and served.
  • Possesses knowledge and ability to perform required roles during emergency situations.
Job Summary

Responsible for preparing a variety of baked goods, including breads, pastries, and desserts, in accordance with the club's standard recipes.

Job Tasks/Duties
  • Evaluates daily bakery requirements with the Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef.
  • Plans the production of breads, rolls, biscuits, and muffins to ensure a consistent inventory of freshly baked items.
  • Creates all baked goods, puddings, gelatins, frozen desserts, stewed and baked fruits, pies, cakes, French pastries, and other bakery specialties.
  • Prepares and presents items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
  • Operates within budgeted food cost guidelines under the supervision of the Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
  • Reviews bakery needs for special events in collaboration with the Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef as required.
  • Communicates any issues regarding food quality production to management.
  • Assists the Pastry Chef with daily quality control assessments.
  • Supports the Pastry Chef with equipment evaluations.
  • Reports maintenance and repair needs to the Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
  • Oversees special bake shop orders, including decorated cakes.
  • Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates baking assistants.
  • Manages the setup and presentation of the pastry cart and buffet dessert table.
  • Keeps the walk-in storage organized.
  • Sets up, maintains, cleans, and breaks down the pastry station.
  • Notifies the Pastry Chef in advance of anticipated product shortages.
  • Maintains proper par stock levels and requisitions supplies as necessary to prepare menu items.
  • Ensures all food is properly stored, covered, dated, and rotated daily to maintain portion control and quality.
  • Participates in kitchen employee and staff meetings.
  • Assists the Pastry Chef with other assigned duties.
Licenses and Special Requirements
  • Food Safety Certification.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Required to stand for extended periods and engage in activities such as walking, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, stretching, and reaching.
  • Must be able to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Involves continuous repetitive motions.
  • Work is performed in a hot, humid, and noisy environment.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Paid vacation with rollover or payout options
  • Sick, family, and personal time off
  • Uniforms provided by the club

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