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Pastry Chef

Location: Vancouver, WA, United States

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Pastry Chef – The Springs at the Waterfront 
1015 W Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA 98660
 
Welcome to the next generation in senior living, The Springs Living! 
Our purpose is to change the way people think, feel, and experience senior living, which starts with changing the way people work in senior living. To accomplish this, we prioritize quality to enhance people’s lives – not only in our services and housing options for independent living, assisted living, and memory care, but also as an employer.
The Springs at The Waterfront is situated along the southern facing Vancouver riverfront and will provide approximately 250 private residences for those 62 and older. This state-of-the-art, 12-story senior living community will offer a variety of floor plans that feature stunning views. Interior spaces are warm and inviting, featuring high-end amenities and services suitable to an urban setting, including secure underground parking. This brand-new community is nothing like you have ever seen, but it is our commitment to compassionate quality care for more than 27 years that is truly distinctive.
Job Description:
The Springs at The Waterfront is building a team of talented individuals to provide 5-star service. The Pastry Chef is responsible for preparing and creating a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for the community. This role involves recipe development, baking, plating, and ensuring high-quality standards in every dish. The Pastry Chef works closely with the culinary team to ensure smooth operations and contributes to the overall success of the dining experience. Enjoy a great a work-life balance with no late nights and a consistent schedule. Work in a state-of-the-art open kitchen with stunning views of the Columbia River. And, yes, we do provide parking! We offer residents and guests multiple dining venues in an up-scale environment, with award-winning cuisine, and genuine hospitality. If you have professional baking and pastry experience and a passion for collaboration, and creating special moments for residents, we would love to meet you! 
Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop new dessert and pastry menus.
  • Experiment with flavors, textures, and presentation to create innovative and appealing pastries and desserts.
  • Ensure the use of high-quality ingredients to achieve exceptional taste and presentation.
  • Prepare yeast and laminated dough, quick bread, and pâte à choux.
  • Bake cakes, sponges, meringues, dacquoise, mousse, cookies, breads, pastries, tarts, and other items in large quantities. 
  • Ensure all products are prepared according to recipes, specifications, and hygiene standards.
  • Knowledge of pastries production (sweet and savory). 
  • Prepare a variety of buttercream, ganache, glazes, curds, pastry cream, and coulis.
  • Prepares products adhering to all portion control and special dietary guidelines.
  • Assures food is stored correctly, adhering to all related guidelines.
  • Assures kitchen is cleaned after meals, including but not limited to pots and pans, all surfaces, and the floor.
  • Performs all cleaning tasks according to cleaning schedule.
Qualifications:
  • Degree in Patisserie & Baking.
  • A minimum of 5 years proven experience as a Professional Pastry Chef in high volume hotels/resorts.
  • Expertise in pastry preparation, baking techniques, and dessert presentation.
  • Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen safety.
  • Creative, attention to detail and aesthetic presentation.
  • Passion for quality service and creating special moments for residents. 
  • Team player.
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • Ability to pass a drug test and criminal background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary:
The Springs Living provides a competitive compensation package for the Line Cook position, with an hourly wage range of $22-$28 depending on experience. 
Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Supplementary Insurance Options
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time Off/Sabbatical
  • Paid Training
  • Scholarships
  • Leadership Training and Coaching
  • Career Growth
  • Discounted Healthy Meals and Free Beverages
  • Access to Gym and Pool (before and after shifts)
Additional Information:
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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