Pastry Cook 2

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Pastry Cook-2 to support outlets and weekly brunches with timely, high-quality baked goods. The role involves following recipes, managing portions, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen area.

Two years of bakery production experience and basic cake decorating skills are preferred. This position requires readiness for shifts, attendance, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards in a luxury resort setting.

Qualifications

• Two years' bakery production experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepares designated baked goods for outlets and banquet productions.
• Keeps production pars and ensures timely quality.
• Assists with restocking and kitchen organization.
• Contributes ideas for new desserts with Pastry Chef.

Skills

Bakery production

Knife handling

Safety procedures

Cake decorating

Math skills

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

Nestled among the beautiful coastal foothills of Carlsbad, CA, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is a destination where timeless luxury meets modern wellness. Home to the award-winning Spa at La Costa, recognized among the nation's best, the resort also features acclaimed restaurants showcasing fresh, coastal-inspired cuisine, championship golf and tennis, and a host of pools and experiences that celebrate the Southern California lifestyle.

At Omni La Costa, our associates are the heart of the guest experience. We foster a culture rooted in respect, gratitude, and empowerment, offering comprehensive training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth. If you're passionate about hospitality, Omni La Costa may be your perfect match.

Pastry Cook-2

Overview

Responsible for baked goods for outlets. Help with banquet productions and weekly brunches. Keep up pars. Have all production ready in a timely manner with regards to quality.

Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepares designated food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
• Responsible attendance and ability to work scheduled shifts and on time
• Assist in restocking all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, reach-in coolers and all storage areas.
• Performs daily responsibilities which include restaurant prep, banquet prep
• and plating, amenities, basic production
• Contribute idea for new desserts and work with Pastry Chef to further develop
• Follow safety rules and practices

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Two years' experience in bakery production preferred.
• Needs basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• General understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures required.
• Basic knowledge of how to produce cakes, tarts, mousses, batters, doughs, custards, frostings and ice creams required.
• Must have basic cake decorating skills
• Must have basic math skills to produce correct sized batches
• Must have a general understanding and knowledge of how to properly use and maintain equipment in the area
• Must have a valid San Diego County Food Handlers Card.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:

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Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.