Woodcliff Hotel & Spa

Whether you prepare pastry, bread, ice cream - or a centerpiece which wows guests - your contribution is one which adds to the guest dining and/or banquet experience.. You are the Pastry Cook/Chef. You bring baked goods to life.. Be a Team Player - whether it be a dessert, a bread, a cream or a jam, you are the person to make it happen under the Executive Chef's direction, assisting in other areas as needed to make the team succeed.. Develop new pastry recipes and innovative dessert offerings to enhance the menu.. Our iconic hotel, spa, restaurant, and golf course, are quietly situated atop the highest point in Monroe County, offering stunning views of the Bristol Hills and Rochester skyline.

pastry chef

Breads, Sweets, Pies - they make people smile. And this is your specialty. Whether you prepare pastry, bread, ice cream - or a centerpiece which wows guests - your contribution is one which adds to the guest dining and/or banquet experience. You are the Pastry Cook/Chef. You bring baked goods to life. The hotel relies on you to produce a superior product and you take pride in making it happen, while working safely and staying within budget, knowing how to skillfully determine exactly how much you need to prepare each day. In the role of Pastry Cook/Chef, you will:
Be a Team Player - whether it be a dessert, a bread, a cream or a jam, you are the person to make it happen under the Executive Chef's direction, assisting in other areas as needed to make the team succeed.
Be a Role Model - your passion for your trade - including how to prepare all foods safely, to sanitary standards and within budget with limited loss or waste - is an art. Helping others to develop their talents is as well.
Be a Safety & Security Agent - following your hotel's established safety and security policies & procedures. Anticipate problems and ask for management assistant as needed
Compensation:
$20.50-$22.50
Responsibilities:
Create and prepare a variety of pastry items for the hotel's dining establishments.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen.
Develop new pastry recipes and innovative dessert offerings to enhance the menu.
Train and supervise pastry kitchen staff to maintain a high level of productivity and efficiency.
Collaborate with the culinary team to coordinate dessert offerings with the overall menu selection.
Qualifications:
At least 3 years of cooking experience in a hotel kitchen or related field preferred.
A certificate in culinary training or apprenticeship as well as in sanitation standards preferred with artistic talent needed.
Physical requirements include the ability to use various pieces of kitchen equipment efficiently and safely.
This job must perform medium work
- exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The ability to stand for long periods of time without sitting or leaning.
The ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach with your body and arms, ability to work under variable temperatures and noise levels.
Near Vision - the ability to see details at close range.
Must be able to move quickly and agilely if a situation requiring quick assistance arises, and to work long hours as is often required. Must be able to multi task, must possess good communication skills; must be able to convey and understand information and ideas in English.
About Company

When you become part of the Woodcliff team, you enter into a rich tradition of extraordinary hospitality that spans over 35 years. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of support and respect, where our team members are inspired to tap into their innate professional abilities and excel in their careers while genuinely enjoying what they do – serving our valued guests.

**As of April 2024-We're thrilled to announce that Spa Woodcliff at Woodcliff Hotel & Spa has been awarded "Best New or Newly Renovated Spa" in the United States by American Spa Magazine**

With a multitude of awards, we have been named the Best Hotel in Rochester. Woodcliff Hotel & Spa has a 30-year legacy of exceptional hospitality. Our iconic hotel, spa, restaurant, and golf course, are quietly situated atop the highest point in Monroe County, offering stunning views of the Bristol Hills and Rochester skyline.

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