Pastry Chef

Our Company:

Timbers Company is a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. We are passionate about creating remarkable experiences with world-class hospitality while exposing our Owners and guests to the humble authenticity of every location that we call home.

Our Property:

There’s no better place to ski and no better place to stay than The Sebastian – Vail. Vail’s premier hotel and Private Residence Club features impeccable amenities amid the unadulterated surroundings of the White River National Forest. Our staff at The Sebastian – Vail make the most of all four seasons in Vail Valley, with year-round outdoor sports and a thriving arts and entertainment scene.

Our Core Values:

We are in the business of creating an authentic sense of place for families to return to time and time again while committing ourselves to creating memorable and fun experiencers through passionate, attentive service. This mantra is reflected in everything we do and every interaction we have whether it be in hospitality operations management, asset management, development, or sales & marketing. Our values define who we are.

• Be Authentic
• Practice Humility
• Cultivate Teamwork
• Value Time
• Be Trustworthy

Job Title: Pastry Chef

Position Type: Part Time Seasonal

Start Date: June 1st, 2024

Pay Rate: $30.00/hour

Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, schedules, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff; oversees the daily preparation and participates in food production.
• Develops and implements restaurant and banquet dessert menus; develops daily specials.
• Create, review menu design, photography, and plate up guides for each baking, pastry and dessert menu item.
• Create innovative pastries and dessert items that feature fresh, seasonally appropriate ingredients, taste great and pair well with items on the existing food and wine menu.
• Composes and monitors daily Production schedules.
• Supervises all culinary operations in pastry kitchen: Ordering, Scheduling and approval, production and quality of product.
• Monitors banquet function sheets for any changes and clarifies variations with the chef.
• Attends and/or administers daily line up, F&B, BEO meetings and culinary staff meetings.
• Ensures kitchen, kitchen equipment, dry storage areas and walk-ins are kept clean’ orderly and in good operating condition.
• Regularly visit dining area when it is open to welcome members, especially during banquets, buffets and special events.
• Reports any mechanical issues with the Engineering Department.
• Ensures effective and efficient use of products and labor and managing restaurant kitchen and stewarding staff.
• Orders and controls food storage and pairs in unison with Restaurant Chefs.
• Adheres to established purchasing, receiving, storing and issuing procedures.
• Coordinates efforts with stewarding lead to focus in the same cleaning efforts and schedules; communicates any especial cleaning needs.
• Completes daily production reports by shift end and communicates with assistant about items in progress or still to be started.
• Ensures adherence to stringent hygiene requirements and that staff that are ill or injured receive the correct treatment or are not allowed to work.
• Ensures adherence to safety and emergency procedures required to protect hotel and guest property.
• Resolves customer complaints/queries satisfactorily.
• Maintains through understanding of industry and stays abreast of industry trends.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Benefits:

• Free onsite shift parking
• Discounted bus pass for Eagle County & Lake County routes
• Discounted F&B, Spa Treatments & Retail up to 40% off
• 401K with Match
• PTO for Full Time Year Round up to 4 weeks a year
• Wellness Bonus if worked through full season until ski area closing
• Full Time Year Round possible, with full benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance.
• Free onsite Chef prepared employee dining room with hot meals and salad bar
• Some full time seasonal positions offer discounted living onsite in employee housing, shared dorm style units during the season hired only up to the 1st 6 months of that particular season. Long term and single living arrangements are offered for management positions or those working overnight shifts available for on call outside of normal work hours.