Per Diem Pastry Cook at the Crosby Street Hotel
About The Position
Firmdale Hotels is seeking a per diem Pastry Cook for Crosby Street Hotel in SoHo, New York, to support a busy holiday season and an extended team member leave. The role may become part-time or full-time and offers an opportunity to gain additional experience in the culinary field. The Pastry Cook will work with the pastry team and senior chefs to prepare pastries, desserts, cakes, baked goods, and Afternoon Tea selections for restaurant service, in-room dining, private events, and special occasions. The hotel emphasizes fresh, local, and organic ingredients, craftsmanship, creativity, consistency, and elegant presentation.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Pastry Cook, Pastry Chef de Partie, or Pastry Assistant in a fine dining restaurant or luxury hotel environment.
- Solid technical knowledge of classic and modern pastry techniques, including cakes, tarts, mousses, and plated desserts.
- Exceptional teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
- Passion for pastry and a creative approach to design, flavor, and presentation.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining consistency and elegance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Afternoon Tea or high-end pastry service.
Responsibilities
- Prepare pastries, desserts, cakes, and baked goods to Firmdale's standards.
- Support daily pastry kitchen operations, ensuring precision, consistency, and artistry.
- Maintain and replenish daily cake and dessert displays.
- Collaborate with senior chefs on menu items, seasonal specials, and new concepts.
- Maintain knowledge of menu offerings, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Maintain mise en place, stock control, and ingredient inventory.
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and food safety.
- Support training and development of junior pastry team members.
- Plan and prepare pastry components for restaurant service, private dining, and special events.
- Prepare Afternoon Tea pastries, cakes, and scones to high standards of quality, presentation, and consistency.
- Collaborate with the Head Chef on seasonally inspired Afternoon Tea menus.
- Ensure precise portioning, texture, and visual appeal of pastries and tea accompaniments.
- Maintain efficient production and presentation flow for daily service and special events.
- Participate in Afternoon Tea setup and presentation.
- Monitor feedback and contribute ideas for new creations.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Paid time off for full- and part-time team members, including New York sick and safe leave, paid vacation days, and personal days.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, and New York Secure Choice support for most team members.
- Complimentary meals on shift.
- Free uniform dry cleaning service.
- Commuter transit benefits.
- Ongoing training and professional development, including an annual education reimbursement program up to $3,000.
- Social events, including holiday parties and team member appreciation events.
- Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks.
- Departmental and company-wide incentive programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
