Pastry Cook 2

fourseasons; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay: $33.41/hr

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee travel program

Complimentary daily meals

Discounted parking and transit

Complimentary laundry

Generous time off

Job summary

The Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston is seeking a Pastry Cook 2 to join our world-class pastry team. You will prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods to Four Seasons standards and support the kitchen with mise en place and events.

The ideal candidate has experience in a luxury pastry kitchen, strong baking techniques and food-safety knowledge, and a keen eye for detail. Must work weekends/holidays; we offer competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and employee travel and

Qualifications

• Luxury, fast-paced pastry kitchen experience required.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, food safety & sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods according to Four Seasons standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and station setup for all meal periods and events.
• Prepare ingredients in advance based on business needs while minimizing waste.
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, dating, and rotation per food safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to leadership.
• Operate, clean, and maintain pastry and kitchen equipment safely.
• Support food cost control through proper portioning and waste management.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment and uphold Four Seasons standards.

Skills

Pastry kitchen experience

Baking techniques

Food safety & sanitation

Attention to detail

Flexible schedule

English proficiency

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

Located in the heart of the Back Bay, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston’s glass skyscraper soars above the city as the third tallest building in Boston. The Hotel’s 215 spacious guest rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views across the city. Other amenities include The Wellness Floor, a five-star urban spa destination; chic restaurants including brunch hotspot One+One; Trifecta, the stunning restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring Boston’s best cocktails and delicious New England fare; and more than 10,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event space. One Dalton is also home to 160 beautifully designed private residences that boasts unobstructed views of the city, Charles River, Boston Harbor and out to the Berkshire Mountains and shores of Cape Cod.

Join our Forbes Five-Star team and take your career to the next level at Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston!

The Opportunity

Looking for an exciting opportunity to join a world-class team and work in one of Boston's most luxurious hotels? Look no further than the Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston!

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about hospitality and possess a keen attention to detail to join our Pastry team as a Pastry Cook 2!

What You Will Do

• Prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods according to Four Seasons standards, recipes, and presentation guidelines.
• Complete daily mise en place and station setup to support all meal periods and special events.
• Prepare ingredients and products in advance based on business needs while minimizing waste.
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, dating, and rotation procedures in compliance with food safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or product needs to leadership.
• Operate, clean, and maintain pastry and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support food cost control initiatives through proper portioning and waste management.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment and uphold Four Seasons standards of conduct and service excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a luxury, fast‑paced, Pastry kitchen.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.

Who We Look For

We look for employees who share the Golden Rule; people who, by nature, believe in treating others as we would have them treat us. We look for individuals who share a passion for excellence and who infuse that enthusiasm into everything they do.

At the Four Seasons, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive and inclusive work environment, where our employees are valued and appreciated for their hard work and dedication. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest in the hospitality industry, providing our guests with exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences.

If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career in hospitality, and are passionate about delivering exceptional service to our guests, we’d love to hear from you.

Visa Requirements

Visa sponsorship is not available. Must already be legally permitted to work in the United States. Applicants without valid work authorization for the United States will not be considered.

Some Benefits Four Seasons Employees enjoy:

• Hourly Rate: $33.41
• ZERO-COST Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your eligible dependents, after 30 days and Complimentary Life insurance
• MATCHED 401(k) Retirement Plan after 1 year
• Employee Travel program after 6 months around the world
• COMPLIMENTARY daily Employee Meals
• DISCOUNTED Parking and Public Transportation
• COMPLIMENTARY Laundry
• ROBUST TIME OFF PLAN: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Personal Days, Floating Holidays

We look forward to receiving your application!

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegalUnder Massachusetts law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a lie detector or similar test. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.