Executive Pastry Chef - Jobs in The Ocean, NS

Job Description

When Legends Come To LifeSince opening in 1962, The Ocean Club has welcomed the world’s most discerning guests to our five-mile stretch of natural white sand beach – framed by 35 acres of Versailles inspired lawns and gardens.Discover the legendary chic of The Ocean Club, combining elevated Four Seasons service with laid-back Bahamian style – creating one of the most sought-after resort experiences in the Caribbean.On a stretch of natural white sand beach, our resort offers 107 ultra-luxury accommodations, a Balinese-inspired spa, and dining by Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.The Ocean Club has a treasured history serving generations of luxury travelers. Expansive lawns and towering coconut palms provide an enchanting backdrop to the pristine beaches of Paradise Island.The Ocean Club offers a rich roster of activities including water sports such as snorkeling, sailing and wind-surfing along with land-based activities including world-class golf and tennis plus a relaxing spa.The Role of the Executive Pastry ChefThe role of the Executive Pastry Chef is to p lan, organize, control and direct the work of employees responsible for preparation of sweet items, pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, fruit compotes, breads, chocolates and show pieces while ensuring superior quality and consistency. The Executive Pastry Chef is also r esponsible for the preparation, baking and finishing of all breads, breakfast bakeries, cookies and other specified baked goods in accordance with departmental quality standards and specifications. They are required to p lan, prep, set up and prepare quality products in all areas of the Pastry/Bake Shop to include, but not limited to pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, jams, displays/centerpieces in accordance with departmental quality standards and specifications.Key FunctionsDirects the production of all baked goods in required volume and establishes quality standards. Supervises all bake shop personnel through guiding, counseling and training them in the proper performance of their duties.Orders all raw materials needed to maintain production of required volume.Originates recipes and issues recipes to bakers while ensuring that they are followed directly. Minimizes waste and inspects all raw materials to ensure quality standards are met.Maintains the bake shop and its equipment in a clean, sanitary and fully operational condition. Implements established safety policies and ensures they are followed.Coordinate the selection, training, development, and evaluation of employees and managers in the Kitchen’s bake/pastry shop through effective management and leadership to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met; long-range strategic planning for outlet operation.Assist in the planning and development of menus for the hotel, ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration.Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control.Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Four Seasons, local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.Set up control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency and the ability to create proper purchasing specifications as well as monitor and review operating criteria and develop an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements.Meet with Head Chefs, Sous Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance.This is an exciting time to join The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort.Applicants that are interested in applying, please note that the position is based on The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort Property located in The Bahamas and is available to those individuals who possess a legal ability to work in The Bahamas without sponsorship.