Pastry Chef Job at Gecko Hospitality (Corporate), Verona, NY

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  • Gecko Hospitality (Corporate)
  • Verona, NY

Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional Pastry Chef to join the team at New York’s most awarded four-season resort casino. Renowned for delivering world-class hospitality and entertainment, our resort casino offers a unique opportunity for a talented professional to craft exquisite desserts that enhance our luxurious dining and event experiences. This role is perfect for a creative leader who thrives in a high-end, high-volume environment, where every detail contributes to the excitement and sophistication of our destination. As Pastry Chef, you will lead a team of skilled pastry professionals, design innovative and seasonally inspired desserts, and ensure that every creation reflects the quality and grandeur our guests expect from a premier resort casino. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a setting where culinary artistry meets the energy of a world-class casino, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Create High-Quality Desserts

  • Design and prepare a wide variety of pastries, baked goods, and desserts that align with the resort’s luxury standards.
  • Develop innovative dessert menus and seasonal offerings to surprise and delight our guests.
  • Ensure consistent presentation and taste for all pastry items.

Team Leadership and Management

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of pastry cooks and assistants.
  • Oversee scheduling, performance management, and ongoing training for the pastry team.
  • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment within the kitchen.

Health, Safety, and Sanitation

  • Enforce strict compliance with health and safety regulations, including food safety standards and sanitation protocols.
  • Always maintain a clean and organized pastry kitchen.

Cross Department Collaboration

  • Work closely with the culinary, banquet, and events teams to create custom desserts for special occasions, such as weddings, conferences, and VIP events.
  • Partner with procurement staff to source the finest ingredients, while monitoring costs and managing waste.

Operational Oversight

  • Manage inventory and ensure the availability of essential ingredients and materials.
  • Assist in budgeting, food cost control, and adherence to established financial goals.
  • Implement systems to ensure efficiency in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

  • A degree or certification in baking, pastry arts, or related culinary discipline.
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Pastry Chef, including leadership in a luxury, high-volume setting.
  • Strong knowledge of traditional and modern pastry techniques, with an eye for detail and creativity.
  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to balance conflicting priorities.
  • Experience in managing and developing teams of culinary professionals.
  • A commitment to upholding and exceeding health and safety standards in the workplace.
  • Outstanding communication skills and the ability to collaborate within a large, dynamic team.

Benefits

  • Competitive Base Salary and Bonus Program
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Group Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Holiday Pay
  • Employee Discounts / Additional Benefits
  • Relocation

Job Tags

Temporary work, Seasonal work, Relocation, Flexible hours,

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