Pastry Cook

Company Overview Millennium Investments is a leading force in construction and real estate development, with a legacy of creating world‑class properties like The Crane and East Resort. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence drives every project we undertake. We invite you to join our team of over 600 employees, to work at one of the most unique hospitality properties in Barbados and the oldest operating hotel in the Caribbean. We are seeking a Pastry Cook to join our dynamic team and play a key role in supporting the Food & Beverage function within our organisation. In this position, you will be eligible for employee benefits such as health and life insurance, exclusive employee discounts in our Food & Beverage Outlets, exclusive discounts to stay at our resorts, exclusive rates for 50+ affiliate resorts worldwide and discounts on gym membership. Applications open to Barbadian nationals, CARICOM Nationals eligible to work in Barbados or eligible for Free Movement of Skills/Labour Certificate and Foreign Nationals with permission to reside and work in Barbados. Role Overview The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing high‑quality pastries, desserts, baked goods, and specialty items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards. This role ensures consistency, precision, and adherence to food safety protocols while supporting daily production for restaurants, banquets, and special events. The Pastry Cook maintains organization within the pastry station, assists with inventory, and collaborates closely with the Pastry Chef and broader culinary team. Main Key Responsibilities Upholds high standards for the preparation, presentation, and rotation of all pastry and dessert items. Ensures all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards are maintained for yourself, equipment, tools, and workstations. Labels and dates all prepared items and ingredients to ensure proper organization and storage. Assists with producing pastries, breads, cakes, tarts, plated desserts, and specialty items according to recipes and specifications. Prepares bases such as pastry creams, custards, batters, doughs, glazes, fillings, mousses, and syrups as directed. Monitors ingredient levels and communicates shortages or production needs to the Pastry Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, and Executive Chef. Maintains proper storage techniques and ensures all products meet quality and freshness standards. Supports plating for outlets and banquets ensuring accuracy, consistency, and aesthetic standards. Desired Qualities Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining product integrity and consistency. The foresight to anticipate, identify, and solve any problems or information in need of consideration and adjustment. Ability to stand for long periods of time, enduring various physical movements including lifting, stretching, pushing and bending. Strong commitment to hygiene, organisation, and teamwork. Professional discipline and accountability in daily operations. Required Skills & Qualifications At least one year of experience in a professional pastry or bakery environment. Knowledge of foundational pastry techniques, including doughs, creams, fillings, chocolate work, and dessert preparation. Food Safety Training. Strong sense of taste and smell. Good memory, precision, and attention to detail. Deadline for applications: December 3, 2025. Please note that only suitably qualified applicants will be invited to interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr