Pastry Cook (Part Time) - Pendry Chicago

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free uniforms

Hotel discounts

401k with matching

Paid time off

Associates’ events

Job summary

Pendry Chicago is seeking a Pastry Cook I to craft exquisite pastries and desserts for restaurant and banquet services. You will learn, grow, and contribute to a vibrant culinary team in a luxury hotel setting.

You will prepare high-quality products, restock and maintain cleanliness, and collaborate to meet production goals while mentoring junior staff. A passion for creativity and guest satisfaction is essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality pastries according to menu descriptions and hotel standards.
• Restock kitchen supplies and maintain cleanliness of your area.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely prep and orders.
• Train and mentor junior pastry staff as needed.
• Develop new pastry items and specials with creative flair.
• Deliver on guests' expectations and create WOW moments.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Cooking methods

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and apply for your application to be considered.Please Click Here to apply internally.At Pendry Chicago, It’s All Because of YOU!Pastry Cook IImagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Pendry Chicago, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry Chicago is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.Your JourneyPrepare the highest quality of food products for the restaurant and banquets, according to menu descriptions and hotel’s standardsRegularly restocks kitchen supplies and food items along with maintaining the cleanliness of your areaAbility to work in a collaborative environment all while maintaining professionalismCoordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food ordersCollaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operationsAssist with training new kitchen associatesSupervise and mentor pastry cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as neededCreative an innovate new menu items and specialsMaintain in depth knowledge of food products as well as sanitation standards and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest levelAble to fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with skillful attention to detailAble to work in a collaborative environment all while maintaining professionalismDeliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW momentsPerform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needsAbout YouYou enjoy creating pastries where the appearance, colors, and taste appeal show up every timeYou are passionate about providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable momentsYou are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the sameYou are trustworthy and have integrityMust HavesKnowledge of pastry techniques and cooking methodsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidaysAbility to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skillsThree years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environmentLuxury hotel experience, a plusYou Will EnjoyFree mealsFree uniforms and cleaningOngoing community outreach eventsHotel discountsAssociates’ events throughout the year401k retirement plan with company matchingPhysical RequirementsGrasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending overAbility to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shiftAbility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shiftAbility to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basisAt Pendry Chicago, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.The pay range for Pastry Cook I is $23.50 - 24.50 hourly. The pay scale is the base hourly range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Pendry reasonably expects to pay for the position.We offer an excellent benefits package for this role, which includes: 401[k] retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off (Sick Time), free meals during working shifts, free uniform laundering, and hotel discounts.In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.