Pastry Production & Banquet Specialist II

Fairmont; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Accor rates

Academy learning programs

Career growth opportunities

Planet 21 CSR programs

Job summary

Fairmont San Francisco is seeking a pastry cook to join the Culinary team on Nob Hill. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, you will assist in pastry production for banquet and restaurant events, decorate pastries, and ensure quality and consistency across all items.

The ideal candidate has culinary experience, a relevant diploma, and strong teamwork and guest-service orientation in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the culinary field required.
• Diploma Certification in a culinary discipline an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities.
• Highly responsible & reliable.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues.
• Help coordinate production as it relates to banquet and restaurant functions
• Prepare and decorate pastries according to supervisor's instructions.
• Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers, to prepare pastries.
• Observes and tests food being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork to determine that it is cooked and up to quality standards.
• Peels, cuts and slices fruits to prepare them for use according to recipe.
• Maintains working area in clean and sanitary fashion.
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned
• Hourly rate: $39.47 USD gross per hour

Skills

Culinary experience

Interpersonal skills

Under pressure

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Fairmont San Francisco is seeking a pastry cook to join the Culinary team on Nob Hill. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, you will assist in pastry production for banquet and restaurant events, decorate pastries, and ensure quality and consistency across all items.

The ideal candidate has culinary experience, a relevant diploma, and strong teamwork and guest-service orientation in a fast-paced hotel environment.