Pastry Cook - The Langham, Boston

Chuan Spa; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Langham Boston is seeking a pastry cook to join a passionate team dedicated to delivering the highest guest experience and working with the pastry staff to uphold Langham standards.

Role demands knowledge of baking and pastry techniques, strong communication with colleagues, and flexibility to work a variable schedule. A baking degree and ServSafe certification are preferred for this 4-5 star hotel setting.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of baking and pastry technique and application with willingness and attitude to learn more.
• Personable and ability to communicate needs to all colleagues.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands as related to food and beverage operations.
• Must be able to work a variable schedule, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Food Safety: Abides by local and national food safety requirements and ensures that others do so by monitoring FIFO inventory and visually inspecting food preparation, delivery activities, and overall cleanliness of the operation.
• Degree in Baking and Pastry Arts preferred, 1 to 3 years’ experience in a 4-5-star hotel or independent restaurant. Banquet experience is desirable.
• ServSafe certification desired
• Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Able to work long hours plus the ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, seasons, cooks, and arranges all food items including soups, meats, vegetables, and meats for consumption in all Food & Beverage outlets.
• Independently maintain adequate supply of all prepared products on hand and ensures the proper storage and refrigeration of those items.
• Advises supervisor of low inventory and will assist in receiving items and taking inventory as required.
• Ensures that spoilage and wastage are kept to a minimum by utilizing proper quantities and rotating products.
• Maintains a clean and well-organized work area, included but not limited to, reach in coolers, walk in coolers, countertops, and dish area.
• Responsible for opening and closing checklists for production of daily menu items.
• Must show ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all colleagues.
• Must check in with Assistant Pastry Chef or Pastry Chef when beginning and ending shifts.

Skills

Baking and pastry knowledge

Food Safety

Communication

Adaptability

Time management

Education

Degree in Baking and Pastry Arts

ServSafe certification

Job description

About Langham Hospitality Group

A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East.

The Langham, Boston

It is one of the city’s most historic hotels and one of the most iconic luxury hotels in the US. You will be working with a passionate & talented Pastry team to drive excellence in guest experience by delivering high standards in guest experience & colleague engagement in alignment with the culture and values of Langham Hospitality Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares, seasons, cooks, and arranges all food items including soups, meats, vegetables, and meats for consumption in all Food & Beverage outlets.


• Independently maintain adequate supply of all prepared products on hand and ensures the proper storage and refrigeration of those items.


• Advises supervisor of low inventory and will assist in receiving items and taking inventory as required.


• Ensures that spoilage and wastage are kept to a minimum by utilizing proper quantities and rotating products.


• Maintains a clean and well-organized work area, included but not limited to, reach in coolers, walk in coolers, countertops, and dish area.


• Responsible for opening and closing checklists for production of daily menu items.


• Must show ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all colleagues.


• Must check in with Assistant Pasty Chef or Pastry Chef when beginning and ending shifts.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of baking and pastry technique and application with willingness and attitude to learn more.


• Personable and ability to communicate needs to all colleagues.


• Ability to adapt to changing demands as related to food and beverage operations.


• Must be able to work a variable schedule, meet deadlines and work under pressure.


• Food Safety: Abides by local and national food safety requirements and ensures that others do so by monitoring FIFO inventory and visually inspecting food preparation, delivery activities, and overall cleanliness of the operation.


• Degree in Baking and Pastry Arts preferred, 1 to 3 years’ experience in a 4-5-star hotel or independent restaurant. Banquet experience is desirable.


• ServSafe certification desired


• Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. as needed.


• Able to work long hours plus the ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time.


• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Pay Range

• $33.65 - $35.45 per hour

For more information about the property, please visit: https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/boston/