Pastry Cook

Hyatt Hotels; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel in downtown Philadelphia as a Pastry Cook, where you will prepare exquisite pastries and baked goods, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth into leadership positions.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
• Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries and baked goods according to recipes.
• Maintain clean and sanitized work areas.
• Monitor guest satisfaction scores.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Opportunity: Pastry Cook

Prepare pastries and baked goods according to recipes and standards. Take pride in the excellence and quality of cuisine, while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

Potential Career Path

Pastry Chef – Executive Pastry Chef – Food and Beverage Director

Essential Job Functions

1. Follow recipes to prepare food items accordingly.
2. Set up work station with required mis en place, tools, equipment, and supplies.
3. Work with staff in preparation of baked goods for A La Carte Restaurant, Brunch, and Banquets.
4. Bake breads, rolls, or other baked goods.
5. Follow safe food handling procedures and maintain clean and sanitized work areas including cutting boards, counters, and workspaces.
6. Secure and store food items properly.
7. Monitor guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
8. Follow sustainability practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
9. Practice safe work habits and wear protective safety equipment.
10. Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

1. High School diploma preferred.
2. Previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
3. Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Work Environment and Context

1. Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, weekends, and alternate shifts.
2. Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 20 pounds, bending, and reaching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble – Own It

About Us

Exquisite Location of this Downtown Philadelphia Hotel

The Rittenhouse Hotel is the most prestigious Philadelphia Pennsylvania hotel address. Recognized as a five-diamond Philadelphia luxury hotel, The Rittenhouse is ranked among the world’s finest places to stay. Located near Rittenhouse Square, our hotel offers historic charm, a residential ambiance, and proximity to major museums, cultural attractions, shopping, and the business district. Experience five-diamond service and accommodations at the premier Philadelphia hotel.

This property is part of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division of HHM Hotels.

HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other protected group.

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