Pastry Cook - Villa Resort - $18 to $20 per HOUR

Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a premier luxury destination located near Charleston, South Carolina. Renowned for its breathtaking coastal views, world-class golf courses, and exceptional hospitality, the resort offers a unique blend of relaxation and recreation. Guests enjoy five-star accommodations, award-winning recreational facilities, and fine dining experiences that highlight the best of southern charm and elegance. As one of the most respected golf and beach resorts on the East Coast, Kiawah Island Golf Resort is dedicated to providing superior service and memorable experiences to visitors from around the world. At the heart of the resort's success is a commitment to excellence in every department and a team of talented professionals who embody its core values. The resort is proud of its positive work environment, fostering career growth and employee development. Known for its gracious service and southern hospitality traditions, Kiawah Island continually strives to maintain the highest standards while offering employees a rewarding and enriching workplace. The Pastry Cook position at Kiawah Island Golf Resort plays a vital role in maintaining the high culinary standards expected by guests. This role involves planning, preparing, setting up, and providing quality service across all pastry kitchen production areas, including all menu items supplied by various outlet kitchens within the resort. The Pastry Cook ensures that all mise en place—the preparation and arrangement of ingredients—is completed to the satisfaction of the Executive Pastry Chef and the Pastry Sous Chef. Attention to detail is imperative in producing consistent, high-quality pastries that meet the exact specifications of recipes and plating guides. Besides technical culinary skills, the Pastry Cook must demonstrate the ability to organize and maintain their workstation and equipment in a neat and orderly fashion. This includes cleaning and rotating products efficiently while abiding by strict sanitation and health regulations dictated by both state law and hotel standards. A successful candidate will contribute positively to the kitchen’s team dynamic, supporting a collaborative work environment and fostering the continuous growth and success of the team. This position demands high physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often under pressure and sometimes in extreme conditions such as heat or stressful timelines. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, able to prioritize multiple tasks, and solve problems with sound judgment while remaining calm and professional. Effective communication with internal departments such as stewarding and service staff is crucial to maintaining smooth operations. Kiawah Island Golf Resort values its employees deeply and provides numerous benefits including employee meal programs, extensive training and leadership development opportunities, recognition awards, and incentive events. Full-time employees also have access to comprehensive health benefits after a probationary period, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and vacation pay. The resort encourages its team members to thrive both professionally and personally by offering wellness fairs, free parking, and exclusive discounts throughout the resort's facilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity for pastry chefs who want to work in a dynamic, high-end resort environment and be part of a prestigious brand celebrated for its commitment to excellence and hospitality. Successful candidates will be joining a supportive team passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and upholding the resort's esteemed reputation. Join the team at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and indulge your passion for pastry artistry while working in one of America’s most beautiful vacation destinations.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience as a pastry cook or similar role preferred
• Ability to follow detailed recipes and plating guides
• Capability to organize and maintain workstations and equipment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to maintain a positive and collaborative work environment