Pastry Chef

Position Overview

Shoreacres golf club is known for its excellent golf course that brings members and guests from all around the globe. We pride ourselves on offering outstanding seasonal food and a memorable experience for our membership.  Throughout our season we host weekly BBQ events, weddings, à la carte dining, creative member events, and intimate tasting menus. This allows our culinary team to showcase their talents and bring innovative and delightful experiences to our members. We have a great culture within our team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. We are seeking a skilled and creative Pastry Chef to join our awesome culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for crafting delectable pastries, desserts, and baked goods, as well as a strong commitment to excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Development: Create a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods that align with our brand and seasonal offerings.
• Preparation and Presentation: Prepare and present pastries and desserts in a attractive and consistent manner, ensuring high standards of taste and appearance.
• Quality Control: Maintain the highest quality checks on ingredients and finished products.
• Inventory Management: Oversee the inventory of baking ingredients and supplies, ensuring efficient stock levels and minimizing waste.
• Compliance & Sanitation: Adhere to all food safety and hygienic regulations, maintaining a clean and organized environment at all times.
• Member Satisfaction: Engage with members to understand their preferences and feedback.
• Ordering & Receiving: Manage the ordering of baking ingredients and supplies, coordinating with the Executive Chef.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role.
• Formal culinary training or a diploma in pastry arts is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of baking techniques, pastry recipes, and flavor profiles.
• Strong creative skills and the ability to develop innovative and visually appealing desserts.
• Work collaboratively with the Executive Chef and team to ensure cohesive and efficient kitchen operations, providing guidance and support to line-level staff members.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong cake background (decorating, recipes, production)
• Must posses/can acquire state sanitation manger certification.
• Extensive knowledge of health and safety procedures for kitchen and food preparation areas.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay range - $60,000 - $70,000. Pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.
• Highly competitive health, dental, vision insurance. Access to FSA (flexible spending account).
• Exceptional 401k.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development & comparative allowance.

Application Process

If you are a passionate and experienced Pastry Chef looking to join a thriving culinary team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, a cover letter (detailing your relevant experience), and a portfolio of your work to Chef Joe Rodriguez at jrodriguez@shoreacres1916.com.

Join us in delivering exceptional culinary experiences and delighting our members with your outstanding pastry creations.