Pastry Cook

## Pastry CookApplylocations: Cloudland Rising Fawn, GAposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR108462# **COMPANY OVERVIEW**At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here.Please visit to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.**POSITION PROFILE**A pastry chef's job description involves preparing, baking, and decorating a wide variety of desserts and baked goods like cakes, cookies, and pastries. Key duties include recipe creation, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace, and potentially supervising other kitchen staff. Qualifications can range from a high school diploma for entry-level positions to an associate or bachelor's degree in pastry arts for more advanced roles, along with strong technical skills, creativity, and attention to detail.**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES*** Creation and preparation: Bake a wide variety of goods, such as cakes, cookies, pies, pastries, and breads, following both traditional and new recipes.* Decoration: Decorate desserts with frostings, glazes, and toppings to create visually appealing presentations.* Menu development: Contribute ideas for new dishes and create custom desserts.* Inventory and ordering: Check and order ingredients and supplies for the pastry section.* Kitchen management: Maintain a clean and hygienic work area and manage kitchen staff.* Record-keeping: Keep accurate records of food costs and inventory.**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*** High school education or equivalent experience. Culinary certificate or degree preferred.* An associate's degree in pastry arts or a certificate from a culinary institution is highly desired.* Strong baking techniques and the ability to operate kitchen equipment.* Creativity in designing unique desserts and new flavor combinations.* Attention to detail: Meticulous in measuring ingredients and perfecting presentations.* Excellent organization and time management skills.* Ability to communicate clearly and work well with other staff.* Ability to work well under pressure and accept criticism.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS*** Able to lift, push, carry 20 - 40 lbs.* Stand continuously for long periods of time.* Lift, pull, push, bend, and move items to support the hotel and outlets# BENEFITS PACKAGE* Competitive Salary* Daily Pay!* Team Member Hotel Discount Program* Uniforms Provided for most positions* Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options* Paid PTO* 401k with employer match* Food and Beverage Discounts* Tuition ReimbursementIf you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love for natural beauty and the resort life, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk! Click here to learn more about what makes Cloudland at McLemore Resort a one-of-a-kind in experience in the Southeast!#### Cloudland# **CLOUDLAND LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN A CURIO COLLECTION HOTEL**Living above the clouds on top of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, Cloudland is the Southeast’s newest and most spectacular resort hotel!! If you happen to love golf or have golf resort experience, let’s make a connection soon!A Curio Collection by Hilton hotel, Cloudland is perched at over 2,000 feet above sea level and conveniently located just outside of Chattanooga and within a two-hour drive from several major metropolitan areas. Inspired by nature, the resort expresses elements of the four seasons in an intimate and relaxing way. Cloudland offers a wide variety of outdoor activities, multiple dining experiences, full-service spa, cliff-edge infinity pool and 245 stunning guest rooms & suites, many with spectacular mountain vistas. Let’s not forget the golf! Situated in heart of McLemore, guests can enjoy two exceptional 18-hole courses and a popular six-hole short course, all three designed by Rees Jones and Bill Bergin. #J-18808-Ljbffr