CordeValle is hiring a Pastry Cook to join our team. Come work with Chef Nicola Cavacchini and his culinary team at our picturesque luxury resort nestled into the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains of Northern California.

OVERVIEW/BASIC FUNCTION:

Plan, prep, set up and prepare quality products in all areas of the Pastry/Bake Shop to include, but not limited to pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, jams, displays/centerpieces in accordance with departmental quality standards and specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards.

 · Ensure that standards are maintained at a superior level daily.

 · Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements.

 · Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.

 · Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental/hotel policies and procedures.

 · Meet with Executive Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance.

 · Complete opening duties:

Set up workstation with required mis en place, tools, equipment and supplies according to standards.

Inspect the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies; ensure everything complies with standards.

Check production schedule and pars.

Establish priority items for the day.

Transport supplies from the storeroom and stock in designated areas. 

· Inspect the cleanliness and organization of the workstation; rectify any deficiencies; maintain throughout the shift. 

· Start prep work on items needed for the day. 

· Prepare and produce dessert menu items for Restaurants, Room Service and Banquets following recipes and yield guides, according to department standards. 

· Produce centerpieces for Banquets and buffets. Display items attractively and to specified requirements. 

· Prepare amenity orders for Room Service in accordance with specified requirements and hotel standards. 

· Inform the Executive Chef of any shortages before the item runs out. 

· Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and hotel requirements. 

· Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost. 

· Inform the Pastry Shop of any excess items that can be utilized in daily specials or elsewhere. 

· Disinfect and sanitize cutting boards and worktables. 

· Transport empty, dirty pots and pans to the pot wash station. 

· Direct and assist Stewards to make clean-up a more efficient process. 

· Breakdown workstation and complete closing duties according to department standards:

Return all food items to the proper storage areas.

Rotate all returned product.

Wrap, cover, label and date all items being put away.

Straighten up and organize all storage areas.

Clean up and wipe down food prep areas, reach-ins/walk-ins, shelves.

Return all unused and clean utensils/equipment to the specified locations.

Ice down hot items from the steam table

Turn off all equipment not needed for the next shift.

Restock items that were depleted during the shift. 

· Review status of work and follow-up actions required with the Executive Chef before leaving. 

· All other duties as required.

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience: Minimum two years’ experience as a Pastry Cook.
• Education: High school diploma; culinary certificate preferred.
• General Skills: Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest’s service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.
• Technical Skills: Ability to work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timelines; ability to maintain good coordination; ability to transport cases of received goods to the work station; pots and pans of food from storage/prep areas to the serving line; ability to work in hot, noisy and sometimes close conditions; ability to work with all products and ingredients involved; ability to use all senses to ensure quality standards are met; ability to differentiate dates; ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job functions; ability to produce creative and artistic products; ability to plan and produce centerpiece displays and banquet trays; ability to comprehend and follow recipes; ability to expand and condense recipes; ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision; ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Be available to work weekends, holidays and flexible hours including evening hours.

What we offer:

• Pay rate $20 - $24 per hour depending on experience
• A friendly work environment with a great work/life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Excellent comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision for our employees and their eligible families as well as company paid life insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
• 401(k) with company match
• Lifestyle benefits including golf, tennis, hiking trails and other options

ABOUT CORDEVALLE
CordeValle is a secluded 1,700-acre sanctuary blended into the harmony of the natural mountainside
landscape that stretches along the inland foothills of Northern California’s scenic Santa Cruz Mountains.
Featuring the award-winning Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, CordeValle provides an intimate
experience for golf purists, but is also recognized as a world-class championship venue that hosted the
2016 U.S. Women’s Open. CordeValle guests enjoy world-class amenities that extend beyond golf,
including a 35,000-square-foot clubhouse with a variety of meeting spaces, a spa, a dedicated tennis and
pickleball center, intimate swimming and fitness areas, two distinctive dining options, and an on-site
vineyard and Tuscan-style winery.