Pastry Cook

Description

Are you passionate about advancing your culinary career while surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Colorado Rockies? Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa offers an exceptional opportunity for aspiring pastry professionals to grow their skills in an environment dedicated to excellence and innovation. Situated on 6,500 acres of pristine wilderness, our property provides an ideal balance of career development and work-life harmony. We offer subsidized staff housing with shared living spaces, making it affordable to live in one of Colorado's most stunning mountain towns. Outside of work, enjoy year-round access to skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and horseback riding.

Principle Purpose of Job

The Pastry Cook plays a vital role in crafting exceptional culinary experiences for our guests. In this role, you’ll work alongside a team of talented professionals, preparing high-quality baked goods and desserts that reflect our commitment to culinary artistry. With opportunities to rotate through Heck's Tavern, Ranch House Restaurant, Volario's, Café, and our Banquets team, this position provides a dynamic and diverse environment to grow your skills and career.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, inventory, and maintain assigned pastry stations or projects under the direction of the Pastry Chef.
• Ensure all menu items are prepared to recipe specifications and presented beautifully.
• Perform mise en place duties, including setup, prep, and thorough cleaning of assigned stations.
• Maintain knowledge of proper food storage, handling practices, and health codes.
• Follow safety procedures and ensure food is properly dated and labeled.
• Execute opening and closing duties efficiently, supporting the overall success of the kitchen.
• Exhibit strong multitasking, time management, and organizational skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve departmental and resort-wide goals.
• Contribute to the Ranch mission by maintaining quality standards and guest satisfaction.
• Other duties assigned by Pastry Chef and/or Sous Chef.