Austin Country Club in Austin, TX is looking to hire a full-time Executive Pastry Chef to craft delicious desserts and confectionery items for our country club.

This baking position with our culinary team earns a competitive salary of $75,000/year. We provide our full-time employees with 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.

Are you a passionate, hardworking individual who brings inspiring ideas to the table? Do you want an opportunity to take your baking career to the next level? Would you like to be a part of an exclusive country club that prides itself on creating memorable experiences for both its members and employees? If this sounds like you, apply today for this culinary position with our hospitality team!

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.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF

• High school diploma
• Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, or baking OR relevant experience working in a high-quality establishment
• 5+ years of experience working in the food industry as a pastry chef, baker, or another relevant position
• Working knowledge about baking techniques and the pastry-making process
• Knowledge about sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition
• Artistic skills in decorating cakes and other desserts
• Leadership skills

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Are you capable of working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment? Can you balance multiple tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you highly organized and attentive to detail? Do you work well both independently and as part of a team? Are you able to put your best foot forward while presenting in a clean and professional manner? If yes, you might just be perfect for this culinary position with our hospitality team!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF

As an Executive Pastry Chef with our hospitality team, you play an essential role in managing the pastry section of our kitchen while interacting with the executive and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment. Your main tasks include creating pastries, baked goods, and confections by following our set recipes. As needed, you develop new recipes for our seasonal menus. Using your artistic abilities, you decorate pastries and desserts to create beautiful and tasteful presentations.

In addition, you meet with customers to discuss details and plan custom-made desserts and pastries for special occasions such as weddings. You monitor our stock of baking ingredients as well as order additional supplies, ingredients, and equipment within our set budget as needed. Safety is a top priority for you, and you take great care to follow all health regulations in your section of the kitchen. You also help train and supervise staff members when necessary. You're passionate about what you do, and it brings you great fulfillment to know that you excel in this culinary position!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR AN EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF

This full-time culinary position with our hospitality team works a flexible schedule based on business needs.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR HOSPITALITY TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this baking job with our country club, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 78746