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Pastry Cook- at CUT Restaurant by Wolfgang Puck

General Information

Country/Region
United States of America
Province/City
Washington, DC
Location
Rosewood Washington D.C.
Department
Food & Beverage - Culinary
Job Type
Full-time Permanent

Job Description

Pastry Cook 2

Overview: Plan, prep, set up and prepare quality products in all areas of the Pastry kitchen to include, but not limited to, pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, jams, displays/centerpieces in accordance with departmental quality standards and specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.  Must have a flexible schedule.

Job Description:

  • Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements of work areas and equipment.
  • Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
  • Meet with Pastry Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes, and other information pertinent to the job performance.
  • Complete opening duties:  set up workstation with required mis en place, tools, equipment, and supplies according to standards.
  • Inspect the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies and ensure everything complies with standards.
  • Inspect and maintain your cleanliness and organization of the pastry work stations frequently; rectify any deficiencies. 
  • Check production schedule/list and pars and review with pastry chef and establish priority items for the day. 
  • Able to read recipes and prepare all recipes according to instructions and yield guidelines. 
  • Ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food daily.
  • Demonstrates regular baking skills.
  • Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to ensure optimum service to guests. 
  • Organize, clean, and wipe down all pastry storage and food prep areas, pastry reach-ins/walk-ins and shelves.
  • Exhibit a friendly, helpful, and courteous manner when dealing with guests and fellow employees.
  • Always communicate with Pastry chef when leaving your station.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Chefs. 

*The list of responsibilities is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by this position. The company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum two – three years’ experience as a Pastry Cook at a 4- or 5-star hotel or restaurant.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent education and culinary training certificate preferred.

General Skills: Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand guests service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.

Schedule: Flexible availability is required for this position to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Technical Skills: Ability to follow hotel's standards, policies and procedures with all kitchen personnel; ability to prioritize, organize, and complete work assignments; has an eye for detailed work and refined presentation; shows initiative for creative presentations and developing personal style when opportunities are available; ability to perform and follow up with corrections where needed; ability to motivate and maintain within a cohesive team; ability to promote positive work relationships with service personnel and other departments; ability to work well under pressure of organizing and attaining production schedules and timelines; ability to maintain good coordination; ability to use all senses to ensure quality standards are met; ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job functions; ability to follow and comprehend recipes; ability to expand and condense recipes; ability to perform job functions; ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.

Language: Required to speak, read, and write English with fluency in other languages preferred.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to exert physical effort in transporting of supplies, restaurant equipment, furniture, plates and flat ware. Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas, ability to stand stationary for long periods of time; able to reach up and down to lift, pull, push a minimum of 35 pounds.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid ServSafe Food Protection Certificate

 

*Rosewood Washington DC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and applicants are required to submit proof of vaccination prior to starting employment. In accordance with the law, Rosewood Washington DC will accommodate employees who cannot be administered the COVID-19 vaccine for medical or religious reasons, and applicants should contact the Director of Talent and Culture if they have questions about this requirement or wish to request an accommodation.

About Us

About Rosewood Washington DC

Ideally located in the charming neighborhood of Georgetown, alongside the historic C&O Canal, Rosewood Washington, D.C. features 55 rooms including 12 suites and six townhouses. The hotel, which opened in 2013, offers ample privacy, bespoke guest services and a tangible connection to the culture and traditions of the nation’s capital.

In addition to its enviable location, Rosewood Washington, D.C. presents its guests with peerless amenities and facilities. Overlooking the picturesque canal, CUT by Wolfgang Puck and CUT Bar surprise and delight with a creative, seasonally inspired menu and masterful libations. On the rooftop, CUT Above, a wraparound bar and lounge area boasts a stunning indoor/outdoor swimming pool and sweeping views of the Potomac River, Washington Monument, Roosevelt Island and the spires of Georgetown University. Fitness and spa services, private dining and meeting venues and a calendar of intriguing, curated events and occasions round out the hotel’s remarkable offerings.

Competitive Benefits

Free Parking

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Competitive Pay Rates

401k Plan and after 1 year up to 3% Match

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Sick and more)

Complimentary Room Nights

Restaurant Discount- 50% off F&B

Complimentary Meal during your shift

Life Insurance and AD&D 

Complimentary Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability 

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Flexible schedules

Tuition Reimbursement up to $500 per year

A clear career pathway - career advancement opportunities

Relationship Hospitality.

It’s in the genes. Some just have it; a natural desire to deliver meaningful and heartfelt experiences. It’s a calling. At Rosewood Hotel Group we work instinctively and from the heart, to master and elevate our craft. Together, we push the boundaries to impart magic into every day. We care for people, and make it our purpose to build long-lasting, genuine relationships. Here, we do what we were born to do.

Here, we answer The Calling.