Pastry Assistant

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM

• Position Title: Pastry Assistant
• Department: Culinary
• Reports to: Executive Pastry Chef
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: ☐ Exempt ☒ Non-Exempt
  
  

Position Summary

The Pastry Assistant is responsible for delivering exceptional performance in their role, upholding Forbes 5-Star standards, and embodying the property’s Core Values. This position ensures the efficient and high-quality production of all pastry items. By providing meticulously prepared and consistently excellent baked goods and desserts, the Pastry Assistant contributes directly to the property’s reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and other sweet goods according to recipes and standards.
• Assist the Head Pastry Chef in all aspects of pastry production, ensuring adherence to quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure seamless service and timely delivery of pastry items for all outlets and events.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation, adhering to all food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Support brand standards by consistently producing visually appealing and delicious pastry creations that enhance the guest experience.
• Assist with inventory management, including stocking, rotating, and monitoring ingredient levels.
• Operate and maintain all pastry equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Head Pastry Chef.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or pastry certification preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a professional pastry kitchen or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of baking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for pastry arts.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately, work efficiently under pressure, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and carry trays of product.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required by business needs.
• Manual dexterity for intricate pastry work and repetitive tasks.
  
  

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job Details

Pay Type Hourly

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Philipsburg, MT 59858, USA