Pastry Cook

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Scottsdale (AZ)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free meals

Learning programs

Medical & dental benefits

401K

Career development

Job summary

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is seeking a skilled Pastry Cook to lead the preparation of doughs, cookies, muffins, and a wide assortment of pastries for our guests and banquets. You will work in a bustling pastry kitchen, applying creative techniques to deliver exceptional desserts for multiple outlets.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years pastry production/kitchen experience, a culinary diploma, strong teamwork and the ability to maintain high sanitation and safety standards in a fast-paced

Qualifications

Two to four years of pastry production kitchen and/or restaurant experience.
Diploma certification in a culinary discipline is an asset.
Adhere to grooming guidelines and maintain professional appearance.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and baking of dough, cookies, muffins, dough, sponges, custards, meringues, mousse, icing, and other pastries.
Assist with the setup of banquet functions, outlet orders, and breakfast production.
Monitor and maintain sanitation and safety standards.
Complete tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Knowledge of various doughs, icings, and finishing techniques.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Diploma in Culinary arts

Job description

Company Description

Picture a shimmering oasis overlooking the Sonoran Desert and the McDowell mountains - Fairmont Scottsdale Princess offers luxury and world class hospitality with over 300,000 square feet of meeting space. This award-winning meetings resort has 750 guest rooms, five award-winning restaurants, six sparkling heated pools, and a luxurious Well & Being Spa. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess was recently recognized with the AAA Five Diamond rating for over 30 years, making it one of the longest running AAA Five Diamond Resorts in the America’s. The only thing missing is you!

Company Description

What’s In It For You

Employee discounts at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, local companies and Accor worldwide for you and your family
Free meals at our on-site employee restaurant
Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
Great Medical and Dental benefits, including two employer-funded medical plans, meaning $0 premium if you enroll in the employee-only tier!
401K, Direct Deposit, etc.
Career development opportunities within the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in addition to national promotion opportunities. The sky is the limit!

Job Description

Exceptional service and cuisine are hallmarks of the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess dining experience. Your leadership, creativity and culinary skills as a Pastry Cook will guide the preparation of our Pastry Kitchens wide assortment of delicious baked goods for the enjoyment of our guests.

To assist in the preparation and baking of dough, cookies, muffins, dough, sponges, custards, meringues, mousse, icing, and other pastries. Able to store and handle all baked goods.
Assist with the set up of banquet functions, outlet orders, and breakfast production.
Monitor and maintain sanitation standards. Monitor and maintain safety standards
Completes task as assigned by supervisor
Knowledge of custards, cookies, mousse, sponges, meringues, and icings.
Knowledge of mixing methods; creaming, whipping, folding.
Knowledge of finishing methods and techniques.
Basic celebration cake building and icing.
Knowledge of various dough.
Basic knife skills for chopping, cutting, dicing, etc.
Understanding of basic Pastry Kitchen terminology

Qualifications

Adhere to Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Grooming Guidelines
Two to Four Years of Previous Experience in a Pastry Production Kitchen and/or Restaurant Experience
Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Constant standing and walking throughout shift
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
Can work outside in extreme Heat and in Extreme Cold
Can work in Wet conditions, Odor, Noise, and Stressful conditions

Additional Information

Your Team And Working Environment

A team of Heartists that are committed to working together, supporting each other, and providing the best guest experience, Feel Valued, Feel Sparked, We Are One

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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