Pastry Cook l

Pastry/Bake Shop Position

This position will plan, prep, set up, and prepare quality products in all areas of the Pastry/Bake Shop including, but not limited to, pastries, desserts, bread, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, jams, displays/centerpieces, in accordance with departmental quality standards and specifications.

At CoralTree Hospitality, we're committed to enriching your career and life experiences through unparalleled benefits that support your personal and professional growth. Joining the CoralTree team means gaining access to an exceptional benefits package designed with you in mind. Join us and discover a workplace where your contributions are valued and rewarded every day.

Explore Freely: Immerse yourself in our Team Member Travel Program, where you'll enjoy complimentary and discounted stays at CoralTree Hospitality properties, allowing you to explore new destinations effortlessly.

Share the Experience: Enjoy unlimited friends and family discounted rates, creating unforgettable memories together.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Take charge of your well-being through our pre-tax flexible benefit plan, covering healthcare and dependent care expenses, tailored to your needs. Our comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, including pet insurance ensures peace of mind for you, your family, and your furry companions.

Build for the Future: Plan for tomorrow with our 401(k) plan, complete with a company match, empowering you to build financial security.

Support When You Need It: Navigate life's challenges with confidence through our Employee Assistance Program, providing support when you need it most.

Enriched Lifestyle: Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with paid vacation, sick days, and holidays, giving you time to recharge and celebrate with loved ones.

Exclusive Discounts: Access team member discounts from top industry brands in travel, entertainment, and retail, including Apple, Live Nation, Samsung, Hertz, and more, making every day a little more extraordinary.

As a member of the Lake Nona Wave Hotel team, you'll also benefit from:

Enhanced Wellness: Benefit from special rates at the Lake Nona Performance Club, enhancing your wellness journey.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in discounts at Tavistock Group Restaurants, savoring culinary experiences at exceptional value.

Complimentary, Convenience, and Comfort: Receive team member meals, uniforms, and parking, ensuring convenience and comfort during your workday.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas and strictly abide by State sanitation/Health regulations and Hotel requirements
• Meet with Pastry Chef/Sous Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes, and other information pertinent to the job performance
• Establish priority items for the day and inform the Pastry Chef of any supplies that need to be requisitioned for the day's tasks
• Prepare and produce dessert menu items for Restaurants, Room Service, and Banquets following recipes and yield guides
• Produce centerpieces for Banquets and buffets
• Display items attractively and to specified requirements
• Inform the Sous Chef of any shortages before the item runs out
• Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Hotel requirements
• Review status of work and follow-up actions required with the Pastry Chef before leaving
• Always maintain positive guest relations

Qualifications

• Previous upscale hotel experience
• A minimum formal education of a high school diploma
• Should have any required certification to Handle Food
• Proficiency in English both verbal and non-verbal
• Comprehend and follow recipes
• Excellent customer service focus and communication skills

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to walk, stand, and sit 6-8 hours per day and may have exposure to basic office supply chemicals.
• The team member is occasionally required to climb and use balance. Additionally, they will frequently be asked to use their hands and arms to reach, carry, pull, and lift up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the team member will experience temperature fluctuations (rain, wind, heat, humidity), and moderate to high noise levels.