Pastry Cook I

Loews Hotels & Co•Arlington, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Loews Arlington Hotel offers job seekers a large-scale resort and meetings environment in Arlington’s sports district. Team members support 888 rooms, five dining venues, pools, spa services and 266,000 square feet of event space, with skybridge access to Live! by Loews. Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

Requirements

2–4 years of professional pastry experience, with at least 1 year in a hotel, resort, or upscale dining environment.
Demonstrated expertise in advanced pastry techniques including entremets, laminated doughs, sugar work, chocolate tempering, and plated desserts.
Proven ability to lead a station or pastry team during service.
In-depth knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen operations.
Strong time management, communication, and multitasking skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience mentoring or training junior staff is a plus.
Certificate or diploma in Culinary or Pastry Arts.

Responsibilities

Lead production of advanced desserts, breads, cakes, and pastries for all F&B outlets.
Execute refined plating and presentation for à la carte and banquet desserts.
Maintain quality, consistency, and timeliness during service and prep.
Guide and support Pastry Cooks I & II, offering coaching and technical assistance.
Collaborate on seasonal dessert development and assist in testing new recipes.
Maintain and enforce food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards in all areas of the pastry kitchen.
Ensure proper storage, rotation, labeling, and inventory management of pastry items.
Oversee the setup and breakdown of the pastry station for each shift.
Assist in ordering and tracking inventory of pastry ingredients and supplies.
Communicate effectively with the culinary team, banquet staff, and service teams to coordinate pastry needs.
Step in for the Pastry Sous Chef or Pastry Chef when needed.
Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.