Pastry Chef

Job Summary The Pastry Chef is responsible for preparing and baking a variety of goods, including: cakes, cookies, pies, pastries, breads, etc.

using both traditional and modern recipes.

This position develops creative and innovative desserts to enhance menus across Santa Cruz Seaside Company businesses.

Additional responsibilities include: managing ingredient inventory, maintaining equipment, guiding and training staff, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety standards.

Unique Job Requirements This is a unique opportunity to join the Boardwalk's great Guest Service Team.

Must provide exceptional Guest Service by acknowledging and greeting all Guests and exemplify outstanding service to our Guests by owning the key Guest Service Principles: Smile, Welcome, Eye Contact, Lift the Experience, Leave them Well.

Must be able to work a varied work schedule; 7 days a week including evenings, weekends and holidays.

May work as early as 4:00 am to as late as 2:00 am.

Schedule will vary depending on season.

May not wear jewelry or false nails.

Must obtain a CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire, or show proof of existing CA Food Handler card.

Must obtain ServeSafe Manager certification within one year.

Job Tasks Operate and manage the pastry section of the kitchen while coordinating with the Banquet Chef and Culinary Assistant managers to maintain an efficient and successful working environment Prepare ingredients and safely operate baking equipment.

Create pastries, baked goods and confections by following established recipes and quality standards.

Ensure all pastry items are prepared using high quality, fresh ingredients.

Collaborate with Chefs and the Marketing team to coordinate dessert offerings for the main catering menu.

Develop new recipes for seasonal menus and special events.

Meet with customers to discuss details and plan custom made desserts and pastries for special occasions.

Monitor inventory levels of baking ingredients and supplies.

Order supplies, ingredients and equipment for the pastry section as needed and with budget guidelines.

Ensure the pastry section complies with all health, safety, sanitation, and food handling regulations.

Supervise, guide, and train team members as needed.

Greet every Guest and answer Guest's questions and provide consistent, friendly and helpful Guest Service.

Oversee preparation and presentation of Commissary food items.

Communicate and make production recommendations based on sales reports and product demand.

Coordinate with Chef/Kitchen Manager to establish daily production request orders.

Ensure Boardwalk food displays are rotated daily to ensure FIFO.

Ensure delivery of food orders to restaurant locations by established time line and maintain proper levels.

Maintain inventories of paper and plastic goods for use by production team for deli and commissary items.

Complete food production requests.

Responsible for placing food orders for deli & commissary needs.

Clean equipment and maintai...