Pastry Lead — Create Luxury Desserts & Mentor Team

montage; Illinois; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms provided

Hotel discounts

401k matching

Associates events

Job summary

Pendry Chicago is seeking a Pastry Cook I to craft exquisite pastries with attention to appearance, color, and taste, while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will work in a luxury hotel kitchen, collaborating with pastry and kitchen teams to maintain high standards, support training, and contribute to innovative menu items and specials, including during busy banquet periods.

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.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skills.
• Three years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environment.
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus.

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.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Cooking methods

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Three years experience

Job description

Pendry Chicago is seeking a Pastry Cook I to craft exquisite pastries with attention to appearance, color, and taste, while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will work in a luxury hotel kitchen, collaborating with pastry and kitchen teams to maintain high standards, support training, and contribute to innovative menu items and specials, including during busy banquet periods.