Lead Pastry Cook - Banquets & Fine Dining

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Hotels & Resorts in Fort Worth seeks a Pastry Cook 1 to lead a shift’s 2-3 person team and produce all pastry items to Omni standards. You will ensure quality, follow standard recipes, and maintain sanitation while meeting tight production timelines.

This role requires strong baking skills, 3+ years in a fast-paced kitchen, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Culinary training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years minimum culinary experience in a fast-paced hotel or restaurant kitchen. Fine dining experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced high pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per day.
• Flexible scheduling to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• To be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area at all times.

Responsibilities

• Lead a shift's team of 2-3 people to prepare all hot/cold food items.
• Maintain sanitation in accordance with health department guidelines.
• Control quality and consistency of all food served.
• Ensure functions are completed 30 minutes prior to service.
• Understand and maintain all standard recipes.

Skills

Team leadership

High-volume kitchen

Baking skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

Job description

Omni Hotels & Resorts in Fort Worth seeks a Pastry Cook 1 to lead a shift’s 2-3 person team and produce all pastry items to Omni standards. You will ensure quality, follow standard recipes, and maintain sanitation while meeting tight production timelines.

This role requires strong baking skills, 3+ years in a fast-paced kitchen, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Culinary training is preferred.