Pastry Cook

The Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail is hiring a Pastry Cook to support our award-winning culinary program. This position offers the opportunity to craft high-quality pastries and desserts in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

Wage :

$19.50 - 21.50 /hour, plus a culinary appreciation fee

Application Deadline:

Hiring will occur on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until April 15th or until the positions are filled. Primary Purpose of Position The Baker/Pastry Cook under general supervision performs a variety of baking duties and assists with the preparation of breads, rolls, muffins, cookies, pies, cakes, doughnuts, biscuits and other pastries. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepares breads, rolls, muffins, cookies, pies, cakes, doughnuts, biscuits and other pastries, including icings and frostings, according to established recipes. Reviews production schedules to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake and to assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily baking activities. Shapes dough for cookies, pies and fancy pastries either by hand or by using dough rollers and cookie cutters. Spreads or sprinkles a range of various delicious toppings on specialty baked items. Receives ingredients and other supplies from main kitchen and/or pantry as required for daily operations. Cuts and weighs dough into uniform portions with knife or divider, molds dough into loaves or other shapes, and places in pans; proofs dough and bakes in oven using peel; inspects product for quality during and after baking and makes adjustments to processes as required. Cleans and maintains work areas, utensils and equipment. Detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment and/or other unusual conditions. Completes production sheets and other records as required. May be required to prepare baked goods for special diets. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Education/Experience High school diploma or GED 2 to 5 years of baking experience preferred Culinary degree preferred Special Skills/Equipment Able to accurately measure ingredients Skilled in the use of a wide array of kitchen and baking equipment Essential Physical Requirements Lifting boxes and trays not limited to 30 lbs. Cutting with knives and the use of other utensils Bending Standing for extended periods (2+ hours) Safe operation of ovens and stoves Considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises Employee conduct It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, guests and vendors. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Resort Discounts Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off and Sick Pay 401(k) Retirement Plan & Roth 401(k) Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term & Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Parking Credit or Discounted Bus Passes