Pastry Chef de Partie

Four Seasons Hotels Ltd; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a prestigious hotel where your culinary skills will shine! As a pastry supervisor, you'll oversee the preparation of delightful pastry items, ensuring they meet high-quality standards while leading a passionate kitchen team. Enjoy a vibrant work environment in Atlanta, where Southern charm meets modern luxury. This role offers you the chance to develop your skills further, contribute to unforgettable guest experiences, and enjoy a range of employee perks. If you're ready to elevate your culinary career in a supportive and innovative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Excellent Training and Development

Complimentary Accommodation at other Hotels

Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Uniforms

Complimentary Employee Meals

Discounted Parking/Marta

Qualifications

• Minimum two years culinary experience with advanced culinary knowledge.
• High school or culinary school education required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation of pastry items and maintain quality standards.
• Train and motivate kitchen staff while ensuring safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Supervisory Skills

Knife Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Education

Culinary School Education

Tools

Deep Fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food Processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven

Steam Table

Tilt Kettle

Waffle Iron

Flat Top Grill

Job description

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.

About the location:

Modern luxury steeped in Southern Charm. Meet us in Atlanta, and we’ll show you what it means to have fun, Southern-style. Our vibrant capital city is the living, breathing cultural heart of the American South, where world-renowned chefs, business moguls and celebrities flock for work and play. Our Midtown Hotel puts you just steps from the renowned High Museum of Art, eclectic Peachtree Street and the sprawling green spaces of Piedmont Park. Enjoy breakfast at Park 75 before heading out to explore the city, or stay in for a healthy dose of self-care in our serene Spa. However you spend the day, make sure to end your night with dinner and drinks at Bar Margot.

About the role:

Supervise and oversee the preparation of pastry items per guest orders or as assigned by kitchen management in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

What you will do:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in the preparation of food items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs.
• Train, motivate, recommend discipline, and supervise the work of kitchen employees ensuring that all cultural and core standards are met.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies.
• Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.

What you bring:

Education: High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.

Experience: Minimum two years culinary or related work experience. Advanced culinary knowledge is expected for this position. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.

Skills and Abilities: Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill. Proficient knife skills and ability to multi-task.

What we offer:
• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• Discounted Parking and/or Marta

Schedule & Hours:

• Forty hours over a five-day period; scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

* Our organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other basis protected under provincial or federal laws.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.