Job Description

The Pastry Sous Chef is a leadership role in the kitchen operations that includes both the AM and PM pastry teams. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about all aspects of baking and pastry, including but not limited to bread, breakfast pastries, dinner service production, and execution of plated desserts. It will be the pastry sous chefs job to assist the pastry chef in managing the pastry cooks, creating new menu items, and overseeing the pastry department in the chefs absence. It is the Pastry Sous Chefs responsibility to create a 5-Star experience and atmosphere for every guest, every meal, and every day focusing on quality, execution, and consistency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Day-to-day management of service and production, including managing product utilization for targeted food cost and managing work schedule of culinary and ware washing staff for appropriate labor cost
• Assists in managing the menu matrix to ensure a variety of guest experiences and most efficient production
• Assists in menu development, testing, training, and implementation
• Works with Dining Room Management team to achieve smooth, effective service periods
• Educates Wait Staff in menu knowledge and service knowledge
• Schedules Baking & Pastry and stewarding teams for full coverage of operations and control of labor costs
• Tracks and reports all daily, weekly and monthly labor and food costs
• Assists in ordering/purveyor relationships and control of food and operating costs
• May act as the High Hampton Baking & Pastry representative at outside events
• Coaches counsels and reviews line cooks and stewards with the assistance of the chef team
• Contact for all maintenance issues for the kitchen
• Maintains a professional atmosphere in the kitchen at all times
• Communicates with other departments to assure seamless hotel operations

Must comply with all company policies and procedures.

To perform the essential functions of this position regular and consistent attendance is required.

Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers and interact with our guests.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Pastry Cooks

This position is considered a member of the kitchen leadership team and a member of the propertys management team

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

5 Years experience in Restaurant and Pastry or Culinary Education and a minimum of 3 years experience in Restaurant and Pastry

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential

Ability to resolve conflict and create Win/Win solution a must

Individual guest and group communication skills necessary

Must be able to coach subordinates to improve performance and focus

Must speak with confidence and authority in representing High Hampton

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills imperative

Able to understand and interpret basic financial statements and reports to improve performance

Understanding of overall P & L required with a specific focus on food and beverage cost management

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds

Requires working entire shift standing up

Requires constant bending, stooping, and reaching

Must be able to safely operate a company vehicle or golf cart

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Professional Kitchen & Office

1,400 acres of High Hampton property

About High Hampton

High Hampton, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has inspired residents and guests to connect with nature and each other for 96 years. Amenities at this 3,600-foot elevation, 1,400-acre property include a myriad of seasonal events, a scenic mountain golf course being redesigned by Tom Fazio, five tennis courts, 15-miles of hiking trails, a 35-acre private lake for swimming, boating, fishing, and other water-related activities and top-notch high country cuisine.

The family and team behind Blackberry are bringing their passion for hospitality to Cashiers with a full renovation of High Hampton's beloved Inn, cottages, and restaurants, as well as a revitalized approach to managing the inn's accommodations and restaurants. High Hampton's new leadership team is committed to investing in the future the destination's rich heritage deserves.

High Hampton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.