Patissier - Dominique Ansel - Steady Extra (Caesars Palace LV)

Caesars Entertainment; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment seeks a skilled Pâtissier to create and present high-quality pastries in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of pastry experience and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Join a renowned resort offering unique dining experiences and the opportunity to shine in the culinary arts.

Qualifications

• Must have 3 years previous pastry experience or equivalent technical training.
• Effective communication in English, both verbal and written.
• Must present a neat and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes and ensure food quality and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstation and follow health regulations.
• Assist other kitchen members as required.

Skills

Pastry Techniques

Food Safety

Communication

Mathematics

Education

High School education or equivalent

Job description

General Summary

The primary responsibility of the Pâtissier is to prepare all recipes per specification, properly store and display finished product.

Essential Job functions:

• Must have a working knowledge of Pastry Techniques, equipment and preparation of all types of pastries
• Must know specifically all menu items and ingredients.
• Ensure that your work area/station is clean, organized and stocked at all times.
• Follows all applicable SNHD & Caesars Palace Safety Procedures at all times.
• Ensures all food is prepared on clean surfaces (and with clean utensils) in accordance with county health department regulations.
• Ensures food quality and presentation meets standards prior to being served. Station responsibilities must be monitored at all times.
• Remains appropriately groomed and must wear the uniform provided. Must maintain a clean uniform and workstation - both guest side and employee station area.
• Ensures all items prepared on their workstation are presented in accordance with departmental specifications.
• Performs additional duties as requested by the outlet management team. Completes duties as assigned.
• Receive and put away any and all product on delivery.
• Provide assistance to any members of the kitchen as requested in a timely & positive manner.
• Ensure that assigned workstation is ready for service.
• Abides by all sanitation policies and communicates with the Chef on Duty and Restaurant Manager when equipment is in need of service or repair, and if assistance is needed or food pars are low or out.
• Is on their assigned station and reports to manager before departing work area.
• Is to know and follow all basic culinary standards, executing proper knife skills, cooking techniques, food safety procedures, culinary terms, positive dialog with guests.

Performance Requirements: (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Knowledge of food and beverage products.
• Ability to perform intermediate math skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with guests, staff and management.
• Knowledge, understanding and compliance of policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, chemical labels and other instructions.

Job Specifications

• Work requires 3 years previous pastry experience or equivalent technical school training
• Work requires effective communication in English, both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
• Must present a neat and professional appearance.
• Work requires interactions with customers, public and co-workers.
• Work requires teamwork with other staff members.

Physical and Mental demands:

• Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform reaching and stooping motions repeatedly.
• Visual ability needed to accurately measure ingredients, prepare recipes, or check for cleanliness.
• Requires standing, walking, and lifting a minimum of 60lbs repeatedly.

Education:

• High School education or equivalent.

Working Conditions

• Fast paced environment, multiple tasks to be handled under time constraint. Must be able to handle a heavy business volume, and sensitive situations relating to staff and guest problems, in a timely manner. Shifts may vary based on business needs. Must be able to handle intoxicated guests in a professional manner. Must be able to tolerate secondary tobacco smoke.

Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Caesars Entertainment reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As a part of Caesars Entertainment's employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to an offer being extended. Caesars Entertainment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.

About us

Help us roll out the red carpet at Caesars Palace! This world renowned resort indulges our guests with 25 unique restaurants and cafes, over 3,000 rooms, 4.5 acres of pools and gardens and a 50,000 square foot spa. If you have a passion for delivering personalized service in an exclusive setting, Caesars Palace is the place for you to start your career.

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals' religious beliefs or practices.

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position.

The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.