Artisan Pastry Cook for Banquets & Desserts

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness center on-site (MD property)

Career growth programs

Job summary

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a Pastry Cook to join our pastry team.

You will prepare high-quality desserts, breads, and specialty items under the guidance of the Executive Pastry Chef and Culinary Director, ensuring adherence to recipes, safety standards, and presentation quality. The role involves standing for extended periods, working in a high-heat kitchen, and contributing to banquet events and restaurant dessert offerings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate degree in baking and pastry arts, or similar preferred.
• Post-secondary vocational training at a culinary institution would be advantageous.
• 2+ years of pastry cook/baker experience.
• Must obtain and maintain Maryland license per Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pastry Chef in pastry preparation, production, and presentation.
• Report equipment repairs and malfunctions to Pastry Chef.
• Stock food products in coolers/freezers per storage standards.
• Bake artisan and decorative breads.
• Prepare advanced confectionery, entremets, tarts, petits fours, and macarons.
• Prepare hot and cold desserts and monitor baking progress.

Skills

Food regulations knowledge

Pastry baking techniques

Creative pastry design

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in baking and pastry arts

Post-secondary culinary training

Job description

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a Pastry Cook to join our pastry team.

You will prepare high-quality desserts, breads, and specialty items under the guidance of the Executive Pastry Chef and Culinary Director, ensuring adherence to recipes, safety standards, and presentation quality. The role involves standing for extended periods, working in a high-heat kitchen, and contributing to banquet events and restaurant dessert offerings.