Job Posting for Pastry Chef - Full-Time 1st Shift at Hacienda at the Canyon
Nestled on 10.5 acres at Tucson’s historic landmark site of St. Anne’s Convent at Sabino Canyon, The Hacienda at the Canyon offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care, and is one of the Top 25 Best Workplaces in Senior Housing. We are focused on keeping our communities healthy and our residents thriving through leading edge technology and well-being programs that benefit our entire Watermark family. Learn more. Stay Safe. Be Well. We are proud of the talented and nurturing associates that have chosen to work for Watermark, and we honor each of them.
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Love to create? Decorate? Excite folks with a "spoonful of sugar?"
We are looking for a fun-loving, creative, talented and enthusiastic Pastry Chef. With pay up to $21 per hour based on experience!
Then let's chat... Marielena, HR 520-257-0183
Watermark Retirement Communities has been a leader in the senior housing industry for over 30 years, and our commitment to our associates and a strong, positive culture is a significant driver of this success. When you walk through the front door of one of our communities, you will feel something special; an atmosphere of personal, authentic human connection. We call it making Ripples. We invite you to be a part of a team where you are encouraged each day to slow down, see the value in every person, create Ripples, and share stories that celebrate life and the human connection. We are proud of the talented and nurturing associates that have chosen to work for Watermark, and we value each and every one. Join us in creating culture one story at a time!
We are seeking a passionate and innovative Pastry Chef that has a desire to inspire and grow.
The Pastry Chef should have Culinary Expertise and experience to make a wide variety of desserts as well as Baked Goods, including Confectionary Work. Must be able to understand and appreciate the subtleties of flavor pairings and different taste and have a good aesthetic sense for food and pastry presentation. The position is responsible for adhering to the daily matrix consisting of Desserts, Pastries, Breads and other duties assigned by the Executive Chef. The Pastry Chef must be creative and continually researching and testing new and different dessert and baking recipes to ensure that each guest and crew have an exceptional dining experience.
Responsibilities
Oversees creativity and prepares all desserts, bread, pastries, cookies, etc. required for vessel each day
Set-up, maintain and break down station according to FDA Standards
Taste all products produced to assess quality
Notifies Executive Chef of all product shortages and equipment maintenance issues
Prepares and serves items in accordance with established procedures, recipes, portion size and presentations standards
Maintains accurate counts on all food items prepared ensuring no discrepancies in amount of feed needed versus amount of food prepared
Schedules production of all baked goods to always maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods
Use food production equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
Clean and maintain station while practicing exceptional safety, sanitation and organizational skills
Always maintain a professional appearance
Basic understanding of Professional Baking and Pastries
Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized
Qualifications
An Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Pastry & Baking and/or 2 years of experience with an emphasis on Quality Production
Complete awareness of basic techniques (examples – doughs, pies, and cakes) with moderate knowledge of more technical processes (examples – meringues, buttercreams, and tempering)
Ability to reach, bend, and frequently lift/move items up to 50 lbs.
Be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time
Ability to Multi-task
Ability to work in a TEAM environment
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
Adapt and adjust daily as last-minute requests or changes may occur
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and complete criminal background check
Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc, is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/LGBTQ/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression-proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations
Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any associate at Watermark or its affiliates via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Watermark as a result of the referral or through other means.
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