THE HARPETH HOTEL

Located in historic downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Harpeth Hotel, a Curio by Hilton, is nestled between Second Avenue and the banks of the Harpeth River. Click here for more information.

THE ROLE

The Harpeth Hotel in historic downtown Franklin is looking for a Pastry Chef to join our team in providing quality pastries for our guests! This is an hourly position with rates starting from $21 per hour. Our pastry chef will create one-of-a-kind pastries for both of our on-site full service restaurants. Shifts are available for both morning and evening, 7 days a week. We offer medical, dental, vision benefits and more for full-time team members.

POSITION PROFILE:

• Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of portion, appearance, and taste of food.
• Maintain procedures to ensure the security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory, and equipment. Replenish supplies in a timely manner and minimize waste and pilferage.
• Maintain safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; supervise the maintenance of kitchen equipment to protect the assets, to secure revenues and comply with legal regulations and ensure quality service.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Assist sales, catering and banquet staff with banquets, parties and other special events.
• Ensure that all menu items are prepared and presented according to established recipes and brand standards.
• Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc...) within industry guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.
• Ensure that all kitchen equipment and storerooms are in proper operational condition and are cleaned on a regular basis.

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Two to four year college degree or equivalent education/experience

Preferred Experience: Minimum 6 months’ experience in a pastry role. Hotel experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Strong knowledge of operating industrial sized ovens. Possess knowledge of professional pastry cooking and knife handling skills. Must have an understanding and be knowledgeable of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures. Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and carry containers loaded with food and liquids. Able to read, speak and understand English. Able to lift, push, carry over 50lbs. Ability to stand continuously for long periods of time. Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff and guests.

WHY THE HARPETH:

Come check out The Harpeth, a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel! As historic downtown Franklin's only hotel, we pride ourselves on being a home away from home for our guests and our team members are a large part of that experience. From benefits like special hotel rates around the world to discounted food and beverage items, we are made for those who love to travel as much as our guests.

At The Harpeth, we are dedicated to being open minded and implementing new ideas to assure a high level of productivity and professionalism. We do our best to encourage communication and listening to every team member equally. We are committed to you and your career advancement by providing you the opportunity to be successful through career growth and internal promotions. #INDharpeth

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Team Member Awards and Recognition programs throughout the year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options
• Competitive Salary
• Food and Beverage Discounts
• Paid PTO beginning after ninety (90) days of employment
• Immediate eligibility for 401k and employer match
• Team Member Hotel Discount Program
• Uniforms Provided

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