Pastry Cook

About the role

The Pastry Cook prepares pastries and baked goods according to recipes and standards at the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa in Riviera Beach, Florida. The role takes pride in the quality of the cuisine while keeping the work environment safe and sanitary. The career path mentioned is Pastry Cook, then Pastry Chef, then Executive Pastry Chef, and finally Food and Beverage Director.

Key responsibilities

• Follow recipes to prepare food items and set up the workstation with mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Work with staff to prepare baked goods for the A la Carte restaurant, brunch and banquets.
• Bake breads, rolls and other baked goods.
• Follow safe food handling procedures and keep cutting boards, counters and work areas clean and sanitized.
• Secure and store food items properly.
• Keep an eye on guest satisfaction scores and work toward higher departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Follow sustainability guidelines related to the HHM EarthView program and wear protective safety equipment.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Required profile

• High school diploma preferred.
• Previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
• A Department of Health sanitation certificate may be required.
• Schedule varies and may include holidays, weekends and alternate shifts; the work involves standing for long periods, walking, lifting up to 20 pounds and bending and reaching.