Pastry Cook I: Lead Creator & Mentor

Montage International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free uniforms and cleaning

Hotel discounts

Healthcare benefits

401k retirement plan with companying

Job summary

Montage International’s Pendry Chicago is seeking a Pastry Cook I to craft high-quality pastries and desserts for a luxury hotel setting. You’ll work closely with a dynamic culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, while upholding brand standards and safety protocols.

The role involves collaborating across kitchen stations, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to menu development with creative pastry offerings. A flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pastry techniques and cooking methods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the highest quality of food products for the restaurant and banquets, according to menu descriptions and hotel’s standards.
• Regularly restocks kitchen supplies and food items along with maintaining the cleanliness of your area.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders.
• Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist with training new kitchen associates.
• Supervise and mentor pastry cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Create and innovate new menu items and specials.
• Maintain knowledge of food products, sanitation standards, and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level.
• Fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with attention to detail.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Cooking methods

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Job description

Montage International’s Pendry Chicago is seeking a Pastry Cook I to craft high-quality pastries and desserts for a luxury hotel setting. You’ll work closely with a dynamic culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, while upholding brand standards and safety protocols.

The role involves collaborating across kitchen stations, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to menu development with creative pastry offerings. A flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, is required.