Prep/Pastry Cook

HCW Hospitality•Scottsdale, AZ

18h

About The Position

At Caesars Republic Scottsdale, WOLF by Vanderpump is a rooftop restaurant and bar created by Lisa Vanderpump. The Prep/Pastry Cook supports kitchen operations by preparing doughs, batters, ingredients, and high-quality, visually appealing menu items. Working under the guidance of the Executive Chef, this role contributes to service readiness through accurate preparation, baking, station setup, and careful attention to detail. The cook prepares a range of pastries and desserts from scratch, decorates them, and uses and maintains baking equipment. The role also includes preparing ingredients and components for daily service, following prep lists and recipes, labeling and storing food safely, maintaining an organized station, supporting inventory and delivery handling, and communicating with the culinary team. The position requires physical stamina and flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Proficiency in baking techniques, decorating, and using specialized tools such as pastry bags, icing tools, and molds.
Strong attention to detail to ensure desserts are delicious and visually appealing.
Solid knife skills and knowledge of kitchen safety.
Ability to follow detailed recipes.
Ability to work independently with a calm, focused presence.
Strong organization and attention to detail.
Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a professional kitchen or bakery, particularly in pastry preparation.
Previous prep cook experience in a high-volume or upscale kitchen.

Responsibilities

Prepare pastries, cakes, cookies, pies, tarts, bread, and other desserts from scratch according to recipes and guidelines.
Measure and mix ingredients accurately to achieve the correct proportions and consistency for doughs and batters.
Decorate and garnish pastries and desserts using icing, fondant, chocolate, and other techniques.
Use, maintain, and regularly clean ovens, mixers, and specialized baking tools.
Assist with inventory of baking supplies and ingredients, order ingredients when necessary, and ensure freshness.
Prepare ingredients, sauces, dressings, and components for daily service.
Follow prep lists and recipe standards accurately and consistently.
Label, date, and store prepped items in compliance with food safety guidelines.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked prep station.
Anticipate kitchen needs and stay ahead of service volume.
Assist with receiving, rotating, and storing deliveries as needed.
Communicate clearly with chefs and line cooks to support smooth operations.
Perform additional duties assigned by management to support hotel operations.