Assistant Pastry Cook - $33 - $36/hour

Assistant Pastry ChefWe are seeking a dedicated Assistant Pastry Chef committed to excellence and mastery of their craft. This role focuses on the precise and consistent production of high-quality pastries and desserts while supporting daily operations, assisting in leading the pastry team, and strengthening managerial and leadership capabilities. Working closely alongside Pastry Chef Sara Figueiredo, you will gain hands-on experience in refined techniques, organization, creative execution, menu development and leadership skills. Your discipline, professionalism, and drive for growth will be matched by our commitment to mentorship and long-term professional development.Essential Job FunctionsLead daily pastry production, ensuring consistent execution, quality, and presentation across all outlets and banquet operations.Maintain open availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, in alignment with business demands.Taste and evaluate products regularly to uphold flavor, texture, and quality standards.Develop, organize, and prioritize daily prep lists in accordance with operational needs and production timelines.Supervise, mentor, and support Pastry Cooks; confidently lead the department in the absence of the Executive Pastry Chef.Assist in creating, implementing, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance.Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef on menu development, seasonal offerings, banquet production, and creative initiatives.Support high-volume production for restaurants, in-room dining, events, and banquets while maintaining elevated quality standards.Assist with ordering, inventory control, cost management, waste reduction, and proper product rotation.Ensure all recipes, plating guides, and presentation standards are executed with precision.Oversee mise en place completion, station organization, and equipment maintenance to departmental expectations.Enforce strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hotel policies and procedures.Communicate effectively with culinary leadership, stewarding, banquet teams, and front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service execution.Demonstrate strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to remain composed under pressure in a fast-paced environment.Manage a pastry kitchen with multiple operations while meeting production deadlines and maintaining professionalism.Foster a positive, accountable team culture focused on growth, discipline, and operational excellence.Education/ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate required three years' experience in pastry minimumAbility to communicate in English with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding. Spanish speaking skills are a plusAbility to compute basic mathematical calculations essentialRequirementsFluency in English (spoken, written, and read) is required; Spanish is a plus but not necessary.Perform mathematical calculations including but not limited to conversion of recipes, inventories etc.Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment, communicate with others, effectively deal with customers and accept constructive criticism from supervisors.Physical DemandsMost work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F).Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for a minimum of 8 hours in length. Walking and standing are required for much of the work day and possibly for 8 hours or more.Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.Must be able to lift trays of food, food items, bags, cases weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs.Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.Work EnvironmentEnergetic environment where multiple tasks are being performed at the same time.Exposure to heat, steam, and noise from kitchen equipment, as well as handling hot items and sharp utensils.Flexibility is essential, as shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the operational needs of the outlet and resort.BenefitsOne free meal in the employee dining room per shift for all service professionalsFull-time and part-time service professionals are eligible for discounted rates at all Salamander propertiesFull-time and part-time service professionals are eligible for free gym usageFree onsite parkingFree ski pass for full-time service professionals during the winter; those full-timers who opt out of the ski pass are eligible for a bonus50% discount on food and beverage for service professionals in the restaurant25% discount off food and non-alcoholic beverages in the caféWe-cycle program located on-siteMonthly service professional recognition programEligible for employee referral benefitsAnnual recognition program with a live DJ and rafflesWinter discounted rate employee housing may be availableDark blue jeans are the dress codeService Professional pet policyDiscounted tennis and pickleball ratesHiking trails located directly on-siteWhite water rafting outingSummer ActivitiesHike to Crater Lake, the Ute and Hanging LakeBus, Hike or Cycle to Maroon BellsThe Rodeo In Snowmass Village, Wednesday EveningsMountain Biking on Snowmass or Aspen MountainsAttend a free summer concert in Snowmass on Thursday eveningsRide the Gondola to the top of Aspen or Snowmass MountainAttend a classical music concert at the Benedict Music TentFly FishingHorseback ridingWhite water raftingATV excursionAttend a show at the Wheeler Opera HouseVisit the Historical Society and learn about Aspen's pastWinter ActivitiesSki/Snowboard on Snowmass, Buttermilk, Aspen Highlands, Aspen Mountain (Ajax)SnowshoeSkin on Ajax in the evening, or in the morning/afternoon/evening at Buttermilk and SnowmassRide the Gondola to the top of Aspen or Snowmass MountainReceipt and AcknowledgementReceipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, or an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will.The job description provides a general summary of the position however it is not all inclusive. I know of no limitations that would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed at any time.Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of Aspen Meadows Resort.I have read and understand this job description:Benefits for full-time employees include but are not limited to the following with an employee contribution: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability after 90 days of employment. Employer-provided Basic Life Insurance and Basic AD&D are provided after 90 days of employment. 401K eligibility is available to full-time employees after 90 days