Pastry Cook

Organization- Miraval Berkshires Resort and Spa

Summary

Your journey begins now!

At Miraval Berkshires it is our ongoing purpose to bring imagination, authenticity and meaning to wellness. Each day we work to bring out the best in all we do for our guests and colleagues (you) to take comfort in.

Candidates interested in joining us on this journey need to believe in the power of the individual and understand that regardless of the job, every position has meaning and is important to Miraval’s purpose.

The Pastry Cook at Miraval Berkshires is responsible for preparing a variety of desserts, pastries, and other baked goods in accordance with our high standards. This role involves creativity, precision, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Pastry Cook will collaborate closely with the Executive Pastry Chef and kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences for our guests.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and bake: Produce a wide range of baked goods, including cakes, cookies, pies, bread, tarts, and pastries, ensuring high quality and consistency.
• Recipe execution: Follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency in flavor, texture, and presentation of all baked items.
• Ingredient management: Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes, using a variety of kitchen tools and equipment.
• Quality control: Inspect and ensure the quality of ingredients and finished products, maintaining a high standard of presentation.
• Cleanliness and hygiene: Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate the preparation of items for special events, banquets, and daily service.
  
  

Miraval is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the wellness industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

Miraval Berkshires offers:

• World class resort
• Awarded Fortune’s 100 best companies to work for
• Unlimited use of our fitness center, yoga classes, lectures and free golf
• Competitive pay and corporate level benefits
• Wellbeing and tuition reimbursement up to $1,000/year
• Employee discounts on all spa services and programming
• Discounted and comped rate at Hyatt Hotels
• Positions with flexible schedules
  

We thank you for your interest. Be well.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience in a professional pastry kitchen.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Pastry Cook or in a similar role.
• Strong baking and pastry skills, with knowledge of various baking techniques and ingredients.
• Excellent attention to detail and precision in execution.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.