Baker at CCCs HoldCo II LLC – Charleston, South Carolina

ABOUT US

Crystal Creek Hospitality is a collection of independently spirited and branded hotels focused on remarkable hospitality™. We see every day as an opportunity to enrich the lives of our employees, guests, and communities. Our vision, mission, values and commitments are at the core of every decision we make and every person we hire. No heroes, no egos–just a diverse group of individuals with solid relationships built on a foundation of trust that honors our employees, guests, and investors.

OUR VALUES

We Engage and We Listen

We Care and We Own

We Provide and We Ensure

We Appreciate and We have Fun

JOB OVERVIEW

As a Baker, you will be responsible for preparing and baking a variety of baked goods, including breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, and other desserts. You will work closely with the kitchen staff to ensure all baked items meet our high standards of quality and freshness. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of baking techniques.

REPORTS TO

Executive Chef and Pastry Chef

DIRECT REPORTS

N/A

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Managers and hourly staff

External: Guests

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepare and bake bread, pastries, cakes, cookies, and other items according to recipes and restaurant standards
• Measure and mix ingredients to create doughs, batters, and other preparations
• Ensure all products are baked to perfection, with attention to texture, flavor, and presentation
• Monitor inventory of baking supplies and ingredients, and communicate needs to the kitchen manager
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with food safety regulations
• Decorate and finish baked goods with icing, glaze, or other decorative touches as needed
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely delivery of baked goods for service
• Stay up to date on baking trends and techniques to bring new ideas to the menu
• Ensure all items are consistently made to meet or exceed guest expectations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands & work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, feel, or finger; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their direct report.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef, or similar role in a restaurant or bakery environment
• Solid understanding of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and produce consistent results
• Creativity and passion for baking and desserts
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail, especially in presentation and quality control
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Formal training or certification in baking or pastry arts
• Experience with gluten-free, vegan, or other specialty baked goods
• Previous experience in a high-volume kitchen or restaurant setting