Pastry Cook

Austin Country Club in Austin, TX is calling all hardworking baking professionals to apply to join our hospitality team as a full-time Pastry Cook !

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR HOSPITALITY TEAM

We are a private, family-oriented company that invests in the development and growth of our employees . We pay our Bakers / Pastry Cooks a competitive wage of $20-$21 per hour. Our full-time baking employees also enjoy excellent benefits , including health insurance, paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) with up to a 4% match after one year of employment, and life insurance . Additionally, our hospitality team receives paid holidays, uniforms, referral bonuses, free meals during working hours, and participation in wellness programs . Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application . If we have your attention, please continue reading!

ABOUT AUSTIN COUNTRY CLUB

Founded in 1899, Austin Country Club is one of the oldest existing clubs in Texas and home to Harvey Penick, one of the greatest golf instructors who ever lived. As a private, family-oriented club that is rich in tradition, we are known for the quality of our membership and unmatched customer service that exceeds expectations. We are located along the banks of the Colorado River with Austin's iconic Pennybacker Bridge as our backdrop. Spanning over 180 acres of hill country vistas and canyon views in Davenport Ranch, our property is just 10 miles west of downtown Austin.

As one of the oldest and finest clubs in the south, we know that a great experience starts with great people . We have a tradition of excellence not only with club history but also with our team members. Our work environment is fast-paced, collaborative, flexible, and mission-oriented. To show our appreciation for all that our employees do, we offer generous perks as well as competitive, comparable compensation and professional development opportunities to help them gain valuable skills for their careers .

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

Ask yourself: Do I have a thirst for learning new skills? Can I maintain a clean and organized workspace? Do I have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Am I able to thrive in a team environment? Do I consider myself punctual and task-driven? Can I balance multiple tasks while demonstrating good time management? If so, please consider applying for this hospitality position today!

YOUR LIFE AS A PASTRY COOK

This full-time baking position with our country club kitchen works according to our production schedule .

As a Pastry Cook, you are responsible for prepping a variety of sweet treats for the members of our country club. Each day when you arrive for work, you check our kitchen's production schedule and prioritize items for your shift. Following our recipes, you prepare a variety of baked goods from scratch, including mousses, custards, doughs, and sweet bread. You complete your daily prep lists and check to make sure all needed materials are in stock. When preparing the pastries, you take care to portion all products to specifications and arrange plates according to our standards.

In addition, you stock all items for our a la carte service and help prep for banquet events. You maintain a working knowledge of how to properly use all of our kitchen equipment and tools. When needed, you report any issues to maintenance in a timely manner to get our equipment fixed. You keep our walk-in freezer and your workstation clean and organized on a daily basis as well as inspect the cleanliness of tools, equipment, and supplies before use.

To keep our daily operations running smoothly, you always make sure to check in with the executive pastry chef to review assignments and get pertinent information about anticipated business levels. Baking is your pride and joy, and you find great fulfillment being able to use your skills to keep our kitchen thriving and our members happy with our service!

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• High school diploma OR vocational training certificate
• 2+ years of experience working as a pastry cook
• Valid Food Handler's certification for Austin, TX
• Working knowledge of pastry and kitchen operations
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Proficient in English

A certificate or apprenticeship in culinary training is preferred but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. If you can meet these requirements and perform this baking job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our hospitality team!

Location: 78746