Pastry Cook / Baker

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

The Arrabelle is a luxury Vail hotel ideally located in the heart of the much-acclaimed Vail Square. Nestled against the base of North America's #1 ski resort, just footsteps from the Eagle Bahn gondola, The Arrabelle at Vail Square was inspired by the classic grand alpine hotels of Europe. From casual comforting cuisine to world class upscale Alpine inspired dining, The Arrabelle at Vail Square offers a variety of dining options to please every palette.

Job Specifications: 

• Outlet: The Arrabelle
• Expected Pay Range: $23.00 - $25.99 / hour
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time, Year Round

• Skill Level: Advanced 

Job Responsibilities:

The Pastry Cook works with and assists the Pastry Chef in preparing pastry items, including pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, mousses, custards, simple syrups and jams in accordance with established recipes and customer service standards.  Also assists in production of desserts for special events, banquets and amenities including wedding cakes and creative pastry displays.  They must effectively communicate with the Pastry Chef and Executive Chef regarding menu items and other issues in the kitchen.  The Pastry Cook must follow established recipes and plating guides and must conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times to reflect the high standards of Vail Resorts.

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. -required
• 2-3 years culinary experience - preferred
• Pastry experience. -preferred
• Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours. -required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. -required
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English. -required
• Ability to read and effectively present detailed information both verbally and in written form to managers and employees. -required
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays. -required 

The expected pay range is $23.00 - $25.99. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  505079
Reference Date: 09/13/2024 
Job Code Function: Back of House