Pastry Cook

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing and planning a variety of sweet items, including pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, fruit compotes, breads, and chocolates. When necessary, the Pastry Cook will assist with the creation of various specialty items for amenities and special functions. The kitchen embodies all Four Seasons cultures while upholding established standards, demonstrating the professionalism expected in any high-level kitchen or hospitality environment. Positions range from Pastry Cook I to Pastry Cook III and are determined during the interview process. This role reports to the Executive Pastry Chef and is overseen by the Hotel’s Executive Chef.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow recipes and cooking techniques that support food safety/sanitation guidelines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary/Pastry Degree or Certificate is a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensuring food is safe to eat by following proper storage, sanitation, and allergy guidelines, as well as labeling and dating procedures
• Strictly adhering to recipe specifications to ensure correct portion sizes and cooking methods are followed
• Cleaning food preparation areas, sweeping floors, and sanitizing surfaces
• Monitoring prep stock levels to ensure all products meet the highest quality standards
• Collaborating with team members to maintain a professional atmosphere and ensure orders are served promptly

Benefits

• Lucrative salary!
• Excellent benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K with employer matching all starting at 30 days!
• Time off plans starting at day of hire!
• An opportunity to be a part of a cohesive team in an inclusive work environment!
• Complimentary and discounted hotel stays around the world!
• Wellbeing and mental health initiatives and focused company!
• Embracement and promotion of diversity in our workplace!
• Complimentary employee meals and beverages!
• Tuition reimbursement!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees