Pastry Cook

BAKER

Reports To:   Executive Pastry Chef                    Department: Kitchen
Classification: Full Time                    Division: Hotel Food & Beverage

JOB SUMMARY:
Prepares, produces, and bakes bread, rolls, and breakfast pastries according to hotel standard recipes, in order to contribute to overall guest satisfaction.

POSITION AUTHORITY:
The incumbent is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities, provided such action is consistent with position guidelines as outlined below.

POSITION GUIDELINES:
Position guidelines include, but are not limited to, established company and department policies and procedures and all supervisory directives.  The incumbent is expected to exercise sound, reasonable judgment and initiative, and give high priority to accuracy and details in the performance of job responsibilities. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
•    Prepare, produce, and bake all breakfast pastries, pieces of bread, and rolls for restaurants, room service, and banquets
•    Keep an adequate supply of all prepared products on hand and ensure proper storage and refrigeration at all times
•    Keep spoilage and waste to a minimum by ordering and utilizing proper quantities and rotating products
•    Line up baked products in mobile carts according to the needs of the particular outlet or function
•    Assist with preparation and cooking in other stations as required
•    Keep work station neat and orderly, clean as you go
•    Any and all other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody Gardens

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
•    High School diploma or equivalent preferred
•    Ability to obtain any government required license or certificates
•    Must obtain TABC & Food Handlers certification prior to beginning work
•    Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

REQUIRED SKILLS:
•    Must be reliable and responsible
•    Ability to read, listen, and communicate in English both verbally and in writing
•    Basic math skills to understand measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes
•    Ability to operate kitchen appliances such as stoves, ovens, mixers, etc.
•    Knowledge of baking standard recipes, and food products associated with the same such as dough and filling
•    Knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
•    Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
•    Ability to perform duties in confined spaces
•    Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time
•    Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges