CUT Pastry Cook 2 - Part Time

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 81,256,000 - 101,579,000; Part time

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in Beverly Hills seeks a Pastry Cook to plan, set up, and prepare pastries, desserts, breads, and related items in a high-volume setting. You will maintain recipe integrity, ensure supply readiness, and collaborate with the culinary team to deliver quality desserts for outlets and events.

The role requires at least 2 years of pastry experience, strong skills, and open availability including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Technical Culinary Program with pastry emphasis strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years pastry experience.
• Ability to work in a high-volume pastry environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up and prepare pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, and other items.
• Maintain standard pastry recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure supplies are available and equipment meets health codes.
• Produce and plate pastries and desserts for outlets and banquets.
• Work as part of a cohesive culinary team and manage time under pressure.

Skills

High-volume pastry production

Team collaboration

Open availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Culinary Program with pastry emphasis

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Since opening in 1928, our legendary property has been the preferred address for celebrities, royalty and the international elite — and it’s easy to see why. Located at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, we put you in the enviable heart of Beverly Hills, with designer shopping, fine dining and postcard-worthy views at our doorstep.

Part - Time

Join Our Team

In captivating Beverly Hills with Rodeo Drive boutiques glittering at the doorstep, this legendary Los Angeles landmark buzzes with renewed vitality. Offering tradition and trend, peaceful privacy and lively sophistication, Beverly Wilshire wants YOU to be part of our talented team of individuals who provide thoughtful Four Seasons care to warm every moment.

Responsibilities

The Pastry Cook’s responsibilities are to plan, set up and prepare quality products in all areas of the Pastry department to include, but not limited to pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, displays/centerpieces and special request items, in accordance with departmental quality standards and specifications.

• Understand and maintain all standard pastry recipes.
• Ensure all food supplies necessary for service are in appropriate supply on a timely basis.
• Responsible for production of sweet items, pastries, cakes, fruit compotes, breads, chocolates, etc. for all outlets as well as banquets and amenities.
• Keep walk-in, prep area and equipment up to Health Department standards at all time.
• Assists in producing and plating pastries and desserts
• Inspects orders to ensure high quality and presentation
• Work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timelines for pastry needs
• Prioritize, organize, delegate work and follow through
• Produce creative and artistic food work
• Perform job functions with minimal supervision
• Work cohesively with entire culinary staff as part of a team
• Maintain food preparation handling and correct storage standards
• Support procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls
• Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Technical Culinary Program Degree with pastry emphasis

Qualification Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years pastry experience
• Demonstrate adequate pastry skills and operation
• Open availability - must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Must be able to perform in high-volume environment

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control
• Demonstrate ability to arithmetically convert recipe ingredients according to yield
• Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards
• Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls and/or other baked goods
• Interpret and follow through on a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form
• Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods
• Knowledge of maintenance and care of culinary facilities, equipment, supplies, and materials
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards

What to Expect: You Will…

• Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
• Have access to a robust benefit plan
• Have the opportunity to engage in diverse and challenging work
• Derive a sense of pride in work well done
• Be recognized for excellence

Hourly Rate:

First 9 months: $28.36 (80% of contract rate)

Next 9 months: $31.91 (90% of contract rate)

Full Contract Rate: $35.45

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