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Pastry Chef

Troon Golf, L.L.C.

Pleasanton, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Budgeting, Coaching, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Culinary Training, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Food Flavor, Food Preparation, Food Production, Food Safety, Health Department, Inventory Levels, Leadership, Lift/Move 100 Pounds, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Mentoring, Menu Development, Operations Management, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Portion Control, Production Management, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, Restaurant, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Staff Training, Training Program
LOCATION
Pleasanton, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
The Sous Chef - Pastry Focus assists the Executive Chef in the overall supervision of kitchen operations, with direct responsibility for the Pastry and Dessert Program. This role emphasizes hands-on pastry execution, dessert production for daily service and special events (including wine dinners), staff training, quality control, and cost management while maintaining the highest culinary and sanitation standards.Description* Castlewood Country Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Sous Chef. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service to the clubs managed by Troon.* $75,000 - $85,000Essential Duties and Responsibilities* Oversee and manage food preparation for assigned areas of the kitchen, with primary responsibility for the Pastry and Dessert Program.* 51% of each day is to be dedicated to management and supervisory duties.* Execute and supervise the production of consistently high-quality desserts for restaurant service, special events, and wine dinners.* Provide leadership, guidance, evaluation, and support to the Pastry Chef and pastry team through hands-on involvement and mentorship.* Ensure all standardized recipes are followed consistently, maintaining presentation, portion control, and flavor profiles.* Adhere to established cost and quality control procedures, including food production charts, inventory par levels, food costing sheets, and usage records.* Assist the Executive Chef with ordering food products and processing requisitions accurately and efficiently.* Maintain and implement daily food preparation lists to ensure operational efficiency.* Monitor and ensure daily maintenance and proper use of all kitchen equipment.* Maintain and enforce a comprehensive sanitation and food safety program in compliance with health department regulations.* Ensure proper receiving, storage, temperature monitoring, rotation, and labeling of all food products.* Assign duties to kitchen associates to support efficient workflow and productivity.* Assist in evaluating existing food concepts and contribute to the development of new menu and dessert concepts.* Support the achievement of departmental budgetary objectives and food cost targets.* Train and supervise associates in proper food preparation techniques, dessert execution, and equipment operation.* Assist in developing and implementing ongoing culinary and pastry training programs.* Assist management in interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluation, coaching, rewarding, and disciplining kitchen associates as needed.* Assist in managing kitchen staff, including but not limited to Cooks and Stewards.* Maintain regular and reliable attendance.* Incorporate safe work practices into all job functions.Physical Demands* Frequently stands and walks; uses hands for food preparation; talks and hears.* Regularly reaches with hands and arms; tastes and smells food products.* Occasionally sits, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls.* Frequently lifts up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds.Work Environment / Noise Level* Occasionally works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather).* May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.* Occasionally works in extreme heat or cold (non-weather), including outdoor conditions as required.* Noise level is moderate.Certificates / Licenses* Food Safety and Sanitation Certification required.Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* Previous Pastry Chef experience required.* Strong hands-on pastry and dessert production skills with leadership capability.* Knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and applicable health codes.* Ability to read, write, and speak English as required for communication, training, and equipment operation.

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Troon Golf, L.L.C.