Pastry Cook I

The Ritz-Carlton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hospitality brand where your culinary skills can shine! As a vital member of a dynamic kitchen team, you will prepare exquisite breads and pastries, ensuring adherence to the highest food safety standards. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, where creativity and passion for food are celebrated. You will play a crucial part in delivering exceptional dining experiences that leave lasting impressions on guests. If you are dedicated to excellence and eager to grow in a supportive setting, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your culinary career.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related work experience in baking.
• Knowledge of food safety handling policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of breads and pastries.
• Maintain kitchen logs for food safety compliance.
• Assist in training and motivating kitchen staff.

Skills

Baking

Food Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Customer Service

Education

Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree

Tools

Baking Tools and Equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepare breads and pastries, including preparing doughs and fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating as appropriate. Review production sheets to understand the variety of baked goods to be produced daily. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, presentation standards, and food prep checklists. Maintain kitchen logs for food safety program compliance. Keep the Chef informed of excess food items for planning of daily specials. Safely and appropriately use baking and measuring tools/equipment/appliances to prepare baked foods. Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures. Check and ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, and report issues to management. Monitor the quality of food prepared and portions served throughout the shift.

Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company policies and procedures, including safety and security; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support the team to reach common goals; handle sensitive issues with tact, respect, and confidentiality. Serve as a department role model or mentor. Comply with quality expectations and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 2 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world's top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful, and compassionate.

Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

Your role will be to ensure that the "Gold Standards" of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz-Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo, and Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.