Pastry Cook

Job DetailsJob Location: TX - Fort Worth, TX 76107Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 HourlyRiver Crest Country Club is seeking to add a full-time Pastry Cook to its Culinary team. Located five miles from downtown Fort Worth, River Crest is Fort Worth’s oldest and most storied country club. River Crest offers an excellent Compensation & Benefits Package as well as a great work environment. The pay range for this position is $20 - $23 per hour based on verifiable experience. Our comprehensive benefits program includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, YMCA membership and Flexible Spending Plans (FSA). These benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, full time employees receive Paid Time Off (PTO), are offered participation in our 401(k) plan and all employees enjoy Chef-inspired meals in our Staff Dining Room.   JOB SUMMARY The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing continental breakfast, pastry items, cake and pie making, ala carte desserts as well as banquet desserts. The Pastry cook is responsible for preparing desserts for private events, member parties and all special events. The Pastry Cook is required to follow all Banquet and ala Carte dessert menus and banquet orders. Must be neat and organized and a self-starter. The Pastry Cooks responsibilities will also include preparing quality pastry items such as breakfast items, desserts and breads.     QUALIFICATIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS Must have over six months of experience in a kitchen Must have a Fort Worth Food Handlers Card Must be able to work weekends, holidays, day or night shifts and overtime as necessary Must have reliable transportation Must be clean, neat and professional Must have knowledge of kitchen equipment and how to operate equipment safely Must be a team player and always ready to pitch in Must work well with a large culinary team Must be open minded and creative Must be able to use feedback to correct food quality and issues in a professional manner Must have a professional, courteous & respectful attitude toward members, guests, vendors, co-workers and supervisors Good organizational, interpersonal and communications skills are required. Able to interact with a team through positive communication Attention to detail and mental concentration are necessary for accurately performing tasks and tolerating frequent interruptions Ability to read, write and communicate effectively Strong at multitasking, meeting deadlines daily and handling stress in a fast-paced environment   RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES / FUNCTIONS / TASKS Prepare all Pastry items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner Follow all club pastry recipes and presentation specifications Follow the club’s culinary standards Ensure the highest of food standards and freshness of all food products Operate standard kitchen equipment safety and efficiently Clean area and maintain station by practicing good safety and sanitation procedures meeting health code standards Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment Restock items as needed throughout the shift Cook for small to large groups following Banquet Event Orders Assist the team that prepares the weekly buffets Responsible for producing high quality food that meets the Chef’s standards Meet daily timelines Perform other tasks assigned by the Executive Pastry Chef / Sous Chef / Executive Chef Check all items prepped to assure it meets the Chef’s standard Maintain teamwork focus at all times Completes all assigned culinary tasks in a timely and an attractive manner Treat members with utmost respect   PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent lifting, kneeling and moving Frequent climbing stairs Able to concentrate in a noisy environment Work in a hot environment Standing long hours at a time Must be able to lift, push or pull 50 pounds   All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen. All employees are E-Verified. Qualifications