Pastry Cook/Baker

Summary

Must demonstrate experience in creating delicious pastries, desserts, and baked goods. Must be able to work quickly and meticulously under pressure.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Preparation of all pastry dishes and baked goods.
• Adhere to set recipes and taste-test for quality assurance.
• Provide exquisite presentation and plating techniques.
• Ensure all pastries are uniform and up to standard.
• Source and select necessary pastry ingredients and discard expired goods.
• Organize and store needed tools and materials (food or otherwise).
• Maintain and count inventory and work toward cost reduction methods.
• Demonstrate proficiency in creation of signature desserts and pastries.
• Stay current and informed of useful culinary trends.
• Adhere to all sanitation, safety, and food preparation laws and regulations.
• Must be physically present to work a regular, reliable, and predictable work schedule in accordance with business demands, and maintain a consistent and regular attendance record.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities, tasks, or duties as requested.

Performance Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform job duties, demonstrate excellent work habits, deliver superior service to internal and external guests, exhibit the highest degree of professionalism, ethics, and integrity, and comply with all governing policies and procedures.
• Employ positive communication skills and exercise professional interpersonal abilities (tact, diplomacy, and respect) with guests and co-workers at all times.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism in the workplace, including appearance, communication, attendance, reliability, and teamwork.
• Maintain a high level of organization, including an orderly and neat work area and excellent time management skills, leading to the highest levels of productivity.
• Demonstrate a desire to succeed and willingness to help others succeed.
• Understand the role and responsibilities of the position and demonstrate proficiency in the position requirements.
• Demonstrate support and comply with all Safety program elements including: adherence to policies, exercise of safe work practices, participation in training, use of protective equipment, and reporting all safety concerns, hazards, and non-compliant practices.
• Participate in open communication and provide feedback to management regarding operations, staffing, personal development, and operational productivity.
• Serve as a contributing Team Member of the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians enhancing the Casino’s operations in all its business endeavors.

Education / Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age, or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• A minimum two (2) years in a bakery role or similar position.
• Associates Degree in Culinary Arts, baking or pastry arts considered a plus but not required.
• Advanced knowledge in traditional pastry techniques.
• Firm understanding and practical application of health and safety standards and laws.
• Possess strong interpersonal and organization skills.
• Must be able to work in a smoking environment.
• Must be able to work any day of the week and scheduled shift.
• Must be able to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States of America.

Certificates, licenses and registration

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Soboba Tribal Gaming Commission license.

• Required to submit to and obtain negative results on all drug and/or alcohol testing.
• Required to have a valid Riverside County Food Handler Card and / or ServSafe Certification, or obtain same upon hiring.
• TIPS certification, which can be obtained through on-site courses.

Soboba Casino Resort Benefits

Full-time team members are eligible to participate in a variety of group health and wellness benefits upon timely submission of appropriate enrollment forms. Coverage effective dates vary by plan and additional information will be provided to you during New Hire Orientation. Benefit offerings may change from time-to-time, but presently, Soboba Casino resort offers the following:

· 401k Plan

· Basic Life Insurance employer paid ($20,000) with the option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance

· Medical, Dental & Vision paid for the employee

· Employee Assistance Program

· Wellness Program (Annual Health Fair, Wellness Education, and Incentive Programs)

· Paid Time Off

Soboba Casino Resort Team Member Recognition including, but not limited to:

· Reward and Recognition Program (Quarterly, and Annually)

· Team member Incentives

· Discounted Team member meal