Assistant Pastry Chef - Part Time

Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Texas is seeking a part-time Assistant Pastry Chef to assist with back-of-house operations and food preparation. The ideal candidate should have advanced pastry culinary knowledge, excellent customer service skills, and a minimum of three years of relevant experience. This role involves managing inventory, conducting pre-shift meetings, and ensuring adherence to health regulations.

Qualifications

• Three years experience as a Pastry Chef or in a pastry shop.
• One year in a leadership/management position.
• ServSafe Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pastry Chef with daily back-of-house operations.
• Manage inventory and oversee food prep and station cooking.
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings and maintain standards.

Skills

Advanced pastry culinary principles

Excellent customer service skills

Effective communication in English

Leadership and mentorship capabilities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

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Job Summary

The Assistant Pastry Chef assists the Pastry Chef and the Executive Chef with daily back‑of‑house operations and personnel functions for assigned and approved BEOs. The role serves as a mentor and ambassador for the organization.

Primary Job Duties

• Work alongside the Pastry Chef to achieve budgeted labor and cost centers.
• Meet daily sales and cost goals.
• Oversee weekly/monthly inventories and ordering of food and supplies.
• Assist with food prep, station cooking, and plating as needed.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and receiving for front and back of house products.
• Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work areas in compliance with health code regulations.
• Develop menu standards and maintain presentation quality.
• Conduct daily pre‑shift meetings and line‑ups.
• Ensure open communication between management and team members.
• Adhere to company guidelines as stated in the employee handbook.
• Obtain and maintain the position‑specific licensing.
• Implement departmental SOPs and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of pastry culinary principles and practices.
• Ability to write routine reports, purchase orders, menus, and correspondences.
• Effective communication in English.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of company and department rules, policies, and procedures.
• Leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Responsive communication with Pastry Chef and Executive Chef as needed.

Preferred

• Degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Experience with hospitality purchasing systems.
• Previous experience in a busy hotel kitchen.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years as a Pastry Chef or in a pastry shop, bakery, or similar field.
• At least one year in a leadership/management position.

Certificates, Licenses, Regulations

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• ServSafe Certification.

Job Details

• Seniority Level: Associate
• Employment Type: Part‑time
• Job Function: Other
• Industry: Travel Arrangements and Hospitality