Pastry Cook - $18 to $22 per HOUR

The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is a federally recognized tribe dedicated to preserving and promoting the culture, community, and economic well-being of its people. The Tribe operates with a strong commitment to equal opportunity employment while applying Indian preference in hiring practices. As an entity, it fosters a workplace environment that respects diversity and inclusion, consistently offering opportunities first to qualified Kalispel Tribal members, descendants or spouses of enrolled members, enrolled members of other Indian tribes, and then other applicants. The Kalispel Tribe is located in the Pacific Northwest and oversees several enterprises including the renowned Northern Quest Resort & Casino, which serves as a hub for hospitality and entertainment within the region. Kalispel Hospitality is an embodiment of the Tribe’s commitment to superior service standards and community values. It centers around core purposes such as making people feel special by delivering exceptional hospitality, offering warm and welcoming interactions, and maintaining a guest-first mindset. Their core values emphasize pride in their work, respect for all guests, and a daily commitment to excellence. This ethos extends across every department, ensuring that guest experiences are authentic, personalized, and memorable. The role offered is that of a Bakery Production Staff member within the Kalispel Hospitality team. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the high quality and consistency expected within the bakery operations at Northern Quest. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the daily production and preparation of various bakery items, including breads, pies, cakes, pastries, and fillings while ensuring compliance with internal controls and Northern Quest policies. This position requires meticulous attention to food safety, sanitation, and FDA compliance standards. A significant aspect of the role includes assisting the Pastry Chef and Pastry Cook II in bakery production, responding to special events, and specific venue requirements. Bakery staff members are also expected to test new products and recipes to keep up with culinary trends and business demands. The role not only focuses on the technical aspect of baking but also on operational efficiency within the kitchen. Duties include careful measurement for proper portioning, mixing of doughs and batters, and ensuring bakery orders are fulfilled with quality and accuracy. The candidate must be adaptable as responsibilities and expectations may evolve according to operational needs. This position requires a commitment to teamwork and excellence, mirroring the values of the Kalispel Tribe and its hospitality services. Employment with the Kalispel Tribe involves at-will status, meaning that either party can terminate employment at any time with or without cause, subject to adherence to company policies such as mandatory drug testing and background investigations.

• High school diploma or GED
• Culinary Arts or Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred
• One-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a high-volume bakery preferred
• Valid health card
• SERVSAFE equivalent
• Hepatitis A vaccination
• Job offer contingent upon successful completion of background check and pre-employment screening