Pastry Cook 2 (Seasonal)

Corporate Office•Rancho Mirage, CA

2d•$20

About The Position

The 444-room Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa is classic Rancho Mirage re-imagined for the 21st-century traveler. Our luxurious Palm Springs hotel rooms surround you in Spanish Colonial-inspired style and a soothing desert palette of beige, sand, and ivory. With plenty of space for your peace and your quiet, you’ll also open French doors to your very own private patio or balcony where the warm desert air and breathtaking views await. Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Rancho Las Palmas may be your perfect match.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age.
High School Diploma or Equivalent
To be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
Maintain cleanliness of work area at all times.
Basic math skills needed to understand and implement recipes and measurements.
Maintain a professional business appearance, attitude, and performance
Move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Stand or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift.
Requires repetitive motion.
Ability to obtain Riverside County Food Handlers Card
Must be available weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Control quality and consistency of all food served.
Ensure functions are completed 30 minutes prior to service.
Understand and maintain all standard recipes.
Ensure all food supplies necessary for service are in appropriate supply on a timely basis.
Responsible for production of sweet items, pastries, cakes, fruit compotes, breads, chocolates, etc. for all outlets as well as banquets and amenities.
Keep walk-in, prep area and equipment up to Health Department standards at all time.
Assists in producing and plating Banquet pastries.
Work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timelines for pastry needs
Prioritize, organize, delegate work and follow through.
Produce creative and artistic food work.
Perform job functions with minimal supervision.
Work cohesively with entire culinary staff as part of a team.
Maintain food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
Support procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.
Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.