Pastry Cook 1 - The Langham, Pasadena

Careers - Langham Hospitality Group

48d • $29 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Assist the Pastry Chef and drive the day to day operations of the Pastry Kitchen.

Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• Ability to be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
• Ability to work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timelines for guests orders.
• Ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job functions.
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes.
• Ability to expand and condense recipes.
• Ability to produce created and artistic items.
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Experience in a 4-5 start hospitality environment.
• CPR Certification and/or First Aid Training preferred.
• Food Handler’s Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the quantity of food that is prepared and the portions that are served.
• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served.
• Assisting all areas of kitchen when necessary.
• Able to work every station in the kitchen with success and minimal supervision.
• Create a great team environment, where the diversity of the individual members is valued.
• Be passionately involved in the training and development of the department.
• Understand and be the driver of the agreed culinary concepts, goals, and food and beverage directions.
• Be a leader and innovator in the industry.
• Responsible to supply assigned workstation with all needed products and culinary equipment for prompt production.
• Use standardized recipes as your guide for the outlets; sets up and prepares items for banquets per prep lists and Banquet event orders and all other duties as assigned.
• Stores all food in refrigerated boxes including covers, labels and dates, using the proper containers and labels too protect against waste and spoilage.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees