Pastry Sous Chef

Pastry Sous Chef

Upscale Ski and Ranch Resort

Job Summary :

As a valued member of our team in Saratoga, Wyoming, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional experiences to our clients by expertly managing the daily operations of the pastry and bakery section. This includes preparing a diverse range of baked goods, from artisan breads and laminated pastries to exciting and innovative desserts, all crafted with attention to both traditional and modern recipes. You will bring creativity to the Pastry Kitchen by developing new ideas, designing fresh menu items, and ensuring each dessert is of superior quality and visually stunning in presentation. Upholding strict food hygiene and health and safety standards is a priority, as is checking the quality of ingredients, materials, and equipment. Additionally, you will supervise and coordinate all aspects of pastry and dessert production, motivate and guide team members to improve efficiency, and foster a cooperative and respectful work environment. Your role also involves maintaining organization and cleanliness in work areas, attending meetings to contribute suggestions for improvement, and ensuring compliance with culinary standards and applicable regulations. Through your dedication, expertise, and leadership, you will significantly enhance the client experience and uphold the highest standards of the industry.

Responsibilities :

The Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for all aspects of daily food preparation in the pastry production of the resort, supporting the Executive Chef and the set directions in all areas of F&B. They direct pastry kitchen staff and all food related concerns or topics on behalf of the Executive Chef.

The following is a sample list :

• Support the Chef in developing and representing all pastry categories, Food of the Concept, creating the culture with continuous learning and training with emphasis on high quality, fresh ingredients utilizing seasonal techniques and preparations appropriate for each outlet or event, balancing Quality and Profit.
• Assist with interviews, hire, as directed & train and manage all pastry staff daily
• Have knowledge of all current local health departments, Corporate HACCP and Food Safety SOP’s, & Federal Guidelines, ensure the operation is in continuous compliance
• Help Organize, Oversee and Manage all pastry operations in Daily Operations
• Help create conceptual assigned menus, recipes, use records,
• Help organize and execute menu implementation lists and timelines
• Ensure continuous success following the WLW SOP’s and directives, utilizing all daily forms and functions of WLW
• Support the Executive Chef, Sales Dept., E.M., and outlet FOH in the Food and Beverage marketing and sales programs
• Execute all accounting procedures required, not limited to and / or including F&B check book, food checkbook, invoice processing, payroll, monthly inventories and P&L critiques, in conjunction with, or as assigned
• Check freshness of foods and ingredients, ensure all recipes and portion use records are followed
• Monitor all food related expenses and ensure budgeted levels are achieved
• Monitor all guest corporate feedback scores and conspire for positive influence on rankings
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between coworkers
• Mentor all associates for career development and advancement

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If you would like to be considered for this position, email your resume to rgingell@geckohospitality.com

Office Phone Number 605-221-5959