What are the responsibilities and job description for the Baker position at Gurney's Inn Resort & Spa?
Job Title: Baker
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Executive Chef
Status: Full-time, Hourly
Pay: $22.00 - $24.72 per hour
Location: Gurney’s Resorts & Seawater Spa, Montauk, NY
About Us:
Gurney’s Resorts & Seawater Spa is a premier luxury destination offering unparalleled oceanfront experiences in Montauk. Our mission is to create a unique, effortlessly elegant experience for our guests.
Gurney’s Resorts & Seawater Spa is a premier luxury destination offering unparalleled oceanfront experiences in Montauk. Our mission is to create a unique, effortlessly elegant experience for our guests.
Job Summary:
Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa is seeking a skilled and passionate Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. The Pastry Cook will be responsible for preparing and baking high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring consistency and excellence in presentation and taste. This role requires attention to detail, creativity and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa is seeking a skilled and passionate Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. The Pastry Cook will be responsible for preparing and baking high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring consistency and excellence in presentation and taste. This role requires attention to detail, creativity and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and other baked good according to established recipes and standards.
- Assist in the creation and execution of new pastry menu items.
- Ensure consistency in quality, taste, and presentation of all pastry items.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry station, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Properly store ingredients and finished products to ensure freshness.
- Collaborate with the Pastry Chef and culinary team to meet production demands.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate any supply needs to management.
- Operate and maintain pastry kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
- Assist with special events, banquets, and high-volume service as needed.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Pastry Cook or Baker in a high-volume restaurant, hotel or bakery setting.
- Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry production, and dessert plating.
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately while demonstrating creativity .
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time in a kitchen environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform repetitive motions such as whisking and kneading.
Pay Range and Compensation Package:
- $22.00 - $24.72 per hour based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time, year-round employees
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts on accommodations, dining, and spa services
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Salary : $22 - $25