Pastry Cook - Conrad Los Angeles

Conrad Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading luxury hotel as a Pastry Cook, responsible for creating and baking a variety of pastries and desserts. With a focus on quality and guest satisfaction, you'll work in a dynamic kitchen environment at Conrad Los Angeles, part of a billion-dollar project. The ideal candidate will have extensive pastry experience and a passion for culinary excellence.

Benefits

Access to pay through DailyPay

Medical insurance for you and your family

Mental health resources

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Travel discounts with Go Hilton

Parental leave support

Matching 401(k)

Employee stock purchase at 15% discount

Educational opportunities and career development

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of pastry/baking experience.
• Skills in creating, preparing, and decorating pastries and cakes.
• Must obtain Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) and California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Creating, preparing, and baking all pastries, breads, and desserts.
• Maintaining adequate supplies and ensuring proper storage.
• Minimizing spoilage and waste through proper ordering and utilization.

Skills

Knife handling

Pastry skills

Baking skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced degree or specialized training

Job description

Join to apply for the Pastry Cook - Conrad Los Angeles role at Conrad Los Angeles

Be a part of the newest luxury hotel in downtown LA, Conrad Los Angeles! As part of the billion-dollar project, The Grand LA, this is the 7th Conrad Hotel in the U.S. and the 1st in California.

Located in Downtown LA’s cultural corridor, Conrad Los Angeles is the city’s newest luxury destination, featuring over 300 rooms, a world-class spa, a 16,000-square-foot rooftop pool deck, 12,000 square feet of event space, and three dynamic dining experiences—including our signature restaurant, San Laurel, all in partnership with Chef Jose Andres' award-winning restaurant group, JoseAndresFoodGroup.

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In this role as a Pastry Cook, you will be responsible for creating, preparing, producing, and baking all pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts for food and beverage outlets in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years of pastry/baking experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Advanced degree or specialized training is highly desirable. The candidate must possess skills in creating, preparing/producing, and decorating pastries and cakes. Knowledge in knife handling, pastry, and baked goods is essential. The candidate should have good organizational skills, be a team player, and able to work within confined spaces. Must be able to stand for 8 hours with or without reasonable accommodation, and be able to bend, stoop, walk, and lift/push/pull up to 40 lbs. Follow recipes and replicate tasks with consistency. Must obtain Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) and California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire if applicable.

What will I be doing?

• Creating, preparing, producing, and baking all breakfast pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts for restaurants and banquets. Decorating pastries and cakes with creativity and skill.
• Maintaining adequate supplies of all prepared products and ensuring proper storage and refrigeration.
• Minimizing spoilage and waste by proper ordering, utilization, and rotating products. Developing new products for menus on a rotating basis.
• Arranging baked products in mobile carts according to outlet or event needs.
• Setting daily pars to ensure freshness.
• Assisting in the professional development of apprentices and bakers.

What are we looking for?

Since 1919, Hilton has been a leader in hospitality, known for innovation, quality, and success. We value:

• Hospitality - Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - Doing the right thing always.
• Leadership - Leading in our industry and communities.
• Teamwork - Being a team player.
• Ownership - Owning our actions and decisions.
• Now - Operating with urgency and discipline.

Key attributes include:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, offering a range of accommodations from luxurious resorts to mid-priced hotels. We aim to create remarkable experiences worldwide, with our Team Members at the heart of it all. Our vision is “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.”

The Benefits

Hilton offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Access to your pay when needed through DailyPay
• Medical insurance for you and your family
• Mental health resources
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Travel discounts with Go Hilton
• Parental leave support
• Matching 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase at 15% discount
• Educational opportunities and career development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition programs

The hourly rate is $27.18, based on experience and location. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable laws.

Work Location: Conrad Los Angeles

Schedule: Full-time

Brand: Conrad Hotels & Resorts

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Hospitality