Pastry Chef 
(13197)

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn. 

Amidst fragrant pines and glistening peaks, One&Only Moonlight Basin is a glamorous return to simplicity. Fill days cascading down cool waters, unearthing the magic of Yellowstone National park, skiing on world renowned slopes and retreating to floating evergreen spaces. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

Job Summary  

The responsibilities of the Pastry Chef include preparing and presenting high-quality pastries, developing new dessert recipes, maintaining a high-quality inventory and ingredients, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. They will report to the Executive Chef and will work closely with kitchen colleagues to deliver the smooth operation of the pastry section, while guaranteeing customer satisfaction. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities  

• Directs and oversees the pastry and baking functions of the kitchen(s), including developing menus, monitoring inventory, purchasing supplies, and controlling costs 

• Delivers a level of quality in the Pastry department that adheres to One&Only standards 

• Ensures that production is correctly executed, with products complying with technical sheets 

• Collaborates with Restaurant Managers and the culinary team to develop recipes for the menu, considering factors like the seasonal availability of ingredients, the likely number of customers, portion sizes, and final prices 

• Looks to market demand to establish new menu items 

• Maintains the budgeted target cost while providing the costing of new menu items 

• Being responsible for all pastry production, coordinates the distribution of tasks among their teams to ensure work progresses as it should within the time available 

• Implements the consistent delivery of superior customer service through the Customer Service Program 

• Ensures the department creates a professional impression to customers and colleagues 

• Checks customer satisfaction levels by exercising a presence in restaurants during mealtimes 

• Meets with customers after each service, receiving feedback while establishing relationships 

• Reviews and acts upon customer feedback relevant to their areas of responsibility, including customer compliments and complaints 

• Provides rigorous management: controlling raw material stocks, especially regarding their cost 

• Maintains the GSQ score and food costs 

• Monitoring stock levels to reduce waste 

• Reports to the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, communicating about daily planning, VIPs, and special menu items of the day 

• Liaise with the savory team for daily needs 

• Manages staffing through seasons of high and low occupancy 

• Responsible for leading, developing, and mentoring a team of bakers to ensure a positive work environment 

• Takes on additional tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef 

Skills, Experience, & Educational Requirements  

• 2+ years’ experience in a similar role is required 

• Must be dual-skilled as a Manager and a Chef 

• Significant previous experience managing a team in a similar environment 

• Possesses cooking skills, including being able to adapt their cooking style to local environments 

• Experience in a luxury hotel setting is a plus 

• Food Handlers Certification Required

Benefits

• • Medical insurance - 80% of premium paid by employer
  • Health Savings Account with $50 employer contribution per pay period
  • Dental, vision & life insurance - 100% of premium paid by employer
  • 5 weeks of PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • 8 paid holidays
  • Uniform provided & complimentary laundering
  • Complimentary transportation to/from resort
  • Complimentary meal per shift
  • Discounts at F&B outlets on property
  • 14 nights per year at $100/night* at Kerzner Properties worldwide
  • Winter season includes complimentary ski pass to Big Sky Resort based on availability OR $225 reimbursement towards gym membership

Physical Requirements

The ideal candidate must be able to perform all physical requirements of the job in a safe manner, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:   

• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and bending in an operational environment for extended periods 

• Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and pulling 

• Lifting and carrying of loads weighing up to 50 pounds 

• Working in outdoor environments, including high altitudes, that may present extreme weather conditions such as snow, ice, rain, heat, wind, etc.    

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.