Pastry Chef

Pastry Cook

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

Work Location: Moncayo Golf & Ocean Club, outside Fajardo, Puerto Rico.

Moncayo Golf & Ocean Club is seeking a Full-Time, Year-Round Pastry Cook to join the Culinary Department. Reports To: Pastry Chef de Partie

Job Summary

The Pastry Cook supports the Pastry Chef de Partie in preparing, baking, finishing, and presenting consistently high-quality pastry and bakery items for Moncayo Golf & Ocean Club. This hands-on culinary position follows established recipes, production schedules, food safety procedures, and presentation standards while contributing ideas and supporting multiple dining outlets and special events. The Pastry Cook does not have departmental management or budget authority.

Key Responsibilities

Execute daily pastry and bakery mise en place based on standardized recipes, production lists, service requirements, and assigned timelines.

Prepare and finish baked goods, artisan breads, laminated doughs, breakfast pastries, desserts, and plated dessert components according to assigned production needs and skill level.

Accurately measure, mix, portion, bake, assemble, decorate, and plate products while maintaining consistent quality, yield, appearance, and portion size.

Follow recipes, allergen protocols, temperature controls, and specifications established by the Pastry Chef de Partie and culinary leadership.

Label, date, store, and rotate ingredients and finished goods using first-in, first-out (FIFO) principles; monitor shelf life, freshness, and waste.

Maintain clean, safe, organized workstations, refrigeration, tools, smallwares, ovens, and equipment; promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.

Communicate production progress, shortages, special requests, and readiness for service to the Pastry Chef de Partie and colleagues.

Support pastry and bakery production for multiple restaurants, amenities, special events, and other culinary areas as business needs require.

Collaborate with the pastry team by suggesting seasonal flavors, presentations, and preparations inspired by Puerto Rican ingredients and Moncayos culinary identity; execute approved menu items rather than independently directing menu development.

Participate in training, cross-training, coaching, and continuous improvement; contribute to a respectful, collaborative, and accountable kitchen culture.

Qualifications & Skills

12 years of professional pastry, baking, or commercial kitchen experience preferred; relevant technical training may be considered.

Working knowledge of foundational baking and pastry techniques; experience with artisan breads, laminated doughs, breakfast pastries, and plated desserts preferred, with on-the-job training available.

Experience in Caribbean or island-based luxury hospitality environments preferred, not required.

Ability to follow recipes, production lists, verbal directions, portion specifications, and quality standards with accuracy and attention to detail.

Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, allergen awareness, and appropriate temperature controls; ability to obtain required certifications under company policy.

Ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively, manage time, and adjust to the pace of production and service.

Availability to work scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays, as operational needs require.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive hand movements, bending, reaching, and handling of kitchen equipment.

Ability to safely lift and move ingredients, trays, and supplies up to 40 pounds, with reasonable accommodation and assistance where appropriate.

Work in active production spaces with ovens, heat, humidity, refrigerated areas, and varying temperatures; use required protective equipment and safe handling practices.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (subject to plan eligibility)

401(k) Plan (subject to plan eligibility)

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Holiday Pay (in accordance with company policy and applicable law)

Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs

Professional Development, Cross-Training, and Career Advancement Opportunities

Work-Family Culture

About the Project Moncayo Golf & Ocean Club

Moncayo is a premier destination in Puerto Rico that blends a world-class golf course, luxury hotel, exclusive residences, and unique amenities. Our vision is to create a community where excellence, service, and nature converge. We pride ourselves on offering exceptional experiences to our guests and residents through teamwork, professionalism, and attention to detail. At Moncayo, our employees embody pride, ownership, and accountability every day, ensuring that every guest experience reflects our culture of luxury and well-being.

About Us

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential communities with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world.