Pastry Cook 1

Four Seasons • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences New Orleans is seeking candidates to join our Pastry team as a Pastry Cook. The pastry is an essential member of the Food & Beverage team dedicated to providing exceptional quality and service to our guests. The kitchen presents an endless amount of opportunities of learning and growth for line cook positions of all levels.

Requirements

• Culinary education is strongly preferred but several years of commercial cooking experience may substitute.
• Previous experience in a pastry kitchen, ideally in a high-volume or fine dining environment.
• Strong understanding of pastry techniques, including baking, decorating, and plating.
• Attention to detail, with a commitment to producing high-quality pastries and desserts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Eligibility to work in Canada without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Clean and process raw ingredients, preparing mise-en-place and bases for pastry items.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene, storage, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Complete Food Safe Training certification.
• Prepare consistent, high-quality pastry items per guest orders, following recipe and presentation standards.
• Set up and maintain workstation for breakfast, lunch, or dinner service, prepping only what is needed.
• Operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment such as fryers, stoves, and mixers.
• Label, rotate, and store perishables properly, checking stock levels and noting shortages.
• Minimize food waste, adhering to food cost and usage policies.
• Communicate with the Pastry Chef, contributing to menu development and recipe creation.

Benefits

• A Rewarding Work Culture, with mentoring, training and development opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits package including a world class Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance program
• 401k participation with a company matching program after 30 days of employment
• Discounted Accommodations at Four Seasons Worldwide
• Comprehensive Time off Package including Vacation pay, Sick pay and 9 paid Holidays, including Mardi Gras
• Complimentary employee meals prepared by the Four Seasons Culinary Team
• Complimentary uniforms that are laundered by our housekeeping department
• Discounted parking near hotel
• And much more!

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