Pastry Cook II

About the role

Loews Philadelphia Hotel, located in the historic PSFS building in Center City, is looking for a Pastry Cook II. You will be a key member of the pastry team, supporting the production of high-quality desserts, baked goods and plated sweets served across fine dining, banquets and in-room dining. You will work under the guidance of the Pastry Chef to meet the property's standards of quality, taste and presentation.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, bake and finish pastries, cakes, breads and plated desserts
• Assist with daily mise en place and production prep for all hotel dining outlets
• Follow recipes and presentation standards accurately and consistently
• Execute intermediate techniques such as mousses, choux, custards and laminated doughs
• Maintain a clean, organized and HACCP-compliant workstation
• Store, label and rotate ingredients and prepared items properly
• Operate mixers, ovens, proofers and sheeters safely and efficiently
• Help train and mentor junior pastry cooks or apprentices as directed
• Work with the pastry team on seasonal desserts, banquet menus and special events
• Communicate with kitchen and service teams and attend mandatory training and meetings
• May need to work varying schedules and perform other duties as assigned

Required profile

• 1-2 years of professional pastry experience, ideally in a hotel, resort or upscale restaurant
• Self-motivated, organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Commitment to quality, cleanliness and consistency, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, punctual and adaptable to the needs of hotel kitchen operations
• Preferred: certificate or diploma in Culinary or Pastry Arts

Required skills

• Core pastry skills: doughs, fillings, custards and garnishes
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and food safety procedures
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

What we offer

• Health and wellness benefits, 401(k) with company match
• Paid sick days, vacation, holidays, bereavement leave and pet bereavement
• Tuition reimbursement and training and development opportunities
• Pet insurance and team member hotel rates and other perks