Pastry Cook- Glen Eyrie

Primary Purpose

The Pastry Cook shall serve The Navigators and carry out the responsibilities outlined below in alignment with The Navigators' calling, values, and purpose: To advance the Gospel of Jesus and His Kingdom into the nations through spiritual generations of laborers living and discipling among the lost. This role is responsible for preparing high-quality bakery and pastry items—including breakfast pastries, cakes, frostings, fondant decorations, cookies, amenities, and special-order items—with excellence and creativity.

Essential Functions

Pastry Responsibilities [95% of time]

• Maintain thorough knowledge of the correct use, care, and maintenance of all pastry equipment and tools; operate all equipment safely and only as intended.
• Meet regularly with your supervisor to review daily assignments, anticipated guest volume, special requests, and other pertinent operational updates.
• Complete opening and closing duties, including: inspecting the cleanliness and functionality of all tools, equipment, and supplies; reviewing the production schedule and par levels; establishing and prioritizing daily prep items.
• Prepare all menu items in accordance with standardized recipes and departmental quality standards.
• Communicate proactively with the Executive Pastry Chef regarding any anticipated product shortages to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Adhere to all proper storage procedures, maintaining compliance with Health Department regulations and Glen Eyrie standards.
• Practice effective waste reduction techniques and assist in maintaining food cost controls in line with forecasted targets.

Additional Responsibilities [5% of time]

• Participate in Navigators' on-site learning and development events, Cultural Development and Diversity trainings, or other non-Navigator developmental events as appropriate.
• Participate in annual processes, such as the organizational Plan and Progress Review (PPR), Engagement Survey, Reaffirmation of the Navigators Code of Conduct, Calling-Core Values-Vision, Statement of Faith, Driver's Authorization, and other releases as required.
• Submit time worked on a weekly basis through the Workday Time Tracking system.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Preferred Qualifications

• Spiritual: Belief in and adherence to the Statement of Faith and Mission of The Navigators.
• Experience: A minimum of 1–2 years of experience as a Pastry Cook is required; culinary training or apprenticeship certification is preferred, and a valid food handling certificate is required.
• Communication & Leadership: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal & written, to create understanding and build strong working relationships required.
• Education: HS Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Pay

$16.00-$17.00