AM Baker

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Los Angeles, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Baker is responsible for the daily production of required items following the standards set by the Executive Pastry Chef. Shifts will mainly be in the early mornings. Essential Functions: Prepare pastry items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service. Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs. Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill. Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies. Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact. Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors and actively participate in creating a teamwork environment. Must have a valid Food Handler’s certificate Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

2-3 years experience with fine pastry
Culinary school required
High standard of cleanliness and food safety

Responsibilities

Prepare pastry items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards
Complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service
Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs
Operate and maintain clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill
Label food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures
Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
Return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies.
Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors and actively participate in creating a teamwork environment.
Must have a valid Food Handler’s certificate
Perform other duties as assigned.