Pastry Chef - Quick Hire!

Waltonwood is a reputable provider of senior living communities dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents through exceptional care and a warm, welcoming environment. Operating within the assisted living and memory care sectors, Waltonwood prides itself on fostering a supportive and vibrant community where residents feel valued, safe, and engaged. Their Culinary Department plays a critical role in enhancing the everyday experience of residents by delivering nourishing and delicious meals in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Meals and food-related activities are recognized as essential parts of each resident's day, contributing not only to their nutritional well-being but also to their social and emotional connection within the community. The department's priority is to create memorable dining experiences that consistently meet the high standards expected by residents and their families. Waltonwood is seeking a dedicated Pastry Chef who will be responsible for preparing all desserts and baked goods, ensuring a high-quality culinary experience that complements the overall dining service. This role is integral to maintaining the department's standards of quality, creativity, and customer satisfaction. The Pastry Chef will craft a variety of bakery and dessert items, including fresh bread, morning pastries, pizza, dough, cakes, and pies, all made from scratch and in line with recipes and specifications set by the Culinary Service Director. Maintaining proper flavor, texture, and consistency is paramount, as is ensuring each item meets the established quality benchmarks. The Pastry Chef will adhere to standards in presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures to enhance residents' dining pleasure. This position reports directly to the Culinary Supervisor or Culinary Service Director and operates primarily within the Kitchen department. The successful candidate must be creative, detail-oriented, efficient, and customer-focused, displaying passion for delivering desserts that residents appreciate and remember. The role also involves maintaining hygiene and safety standards within the kitchen environment, as well as managing inventory and assisting with production records. A strong commitment to teamwork and supporting community goals is essential, as all employees at Waltonwood play an active part in creating a positive, caring environment for residents. Punctuality, dependability, and a willingness to assist fellow team members beyond typical duties are core values for employees in this role. Joining Waltonwood means becoming part of a team that values culinary excellence, hospitality, and compassionate service, making the Pastry Chef position a rewarding career opportunity for those passionate about baking and senior care culinary services.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high volume pastry or bakery operation, preferably as a Pastry Chef or Assistant Pastry Chef, creating desserts and baked goods from scratch
• Working knowledge of confectionaries, cake design, chocolate arts and plated desserts
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Prefer an associate degree in baking and/or pastry arts or similar educational background
• Working knowledge of culinary etiquette
• Knowledge of proper food service sanitation techniques
• Understanding of baking fundamentals, culinary terminology, nutrition, sanitation and safety
• ServSafe certification preferred