At Moonlight Basin our Mantra is Motivation, Opportunity, Organization, Leadership, Integrity, and Teamwork. We offer our “changemakers” an inclusive, rewarding, fun, work environment, with endless opportunity to provide the highest levels of service and experience positive teamwork.

Whether it’s winter or summer, Moonlight Basin is something you won’t soon forget! The mountain scenery, direct access to the finest downhill skiing that Big Sky Resort has to offer, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking, golf and so much more all add up to the perfect place to work and the perfect place to enjoy Montana.

At Moonlight Basin we strive for nothing but the very best quality of amenities, facilities, recreation, food, beverage, and top-notch service to all our owners, members, and guests.

Summer season starts May 26 and ends September 30, 2023

PASTRY COOK:

Our Pastry Cook will work closely with the Pastry Chef to craft delicious desserts and confectionery, design seasonal menus, and develop new recipes for the pastry section of our kitchen.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Set up workstation based on menu items, banquet event orders and specials, and ensures all stations are ready for the shift.
• Assist the operation of the pastry section of the kitchen and assist the Pastry Chef to ensure a successful working environment.
• Prepare ingredients and handling baking and other kitchen equipment.
• Create pastries, baked goods, and confections, by following standardized recipes.
• Decorate pastries and desserts to ensure beautiful and tasteful presentation.
• Monitor the stock of baking ingredients notify the Pastry Chef when new supplies, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry section are needed.
• Follow proper sanitation and safety guidelines at all times.
• Keep kitchen work and storage areas clean and organized at all times.
• Inspect all food products to ensure proper appearance, colors, and appeal.
• Ensure all food is stored in proper containers in refrigerators and freezers, to maintain freshness.
• Efficiently and safely handle knives, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment such as slicers, grinders, choppers, and mixers.
• Read recipes and follow directions.

KEYS TO SUCCESS:

• Two (e) or more years’ experience working within the food industry as a Pastry Cook/Baker, or relevant role.
• Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking, or relevant field preferred
• High school diploma.
• Ability to work effectively in a high energy and busy environment.
• Able to demonstrate culinary techniques such as cutting, cooking principles, plate presentations and proper sanitation and safety practices.
• Working knowledge of baking techniques and the pastry-making process.
• Creative ability with artistic skill in decorating cakes and other desserts.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• End-of-season if you complete the season.
• Employee Appreciation Bonus – based on performance.
• Complimentary meal per shift
• End-of-season employee celebration
• Retail store discount
• Employee housing in Big Sky
• Free transportation to Moonlight from employee housing and Bozeman daily.

Disclaimer:

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position and should not serve as an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all the possible duties, tasks and responsibilities for this specific job. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of this position might differ from those outlined above and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

Moonlight Basin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.