Pastry Cook 3 (Part-Time)- The Westin Nova Scotian

New Castle Hotels & ResortsHalifax, NS

Il y a 13 jours

Salaire

18,15 $CA –18,65 $CA par heure

Description de poste

Job Description

The Westin Nova Scotian, in the Halifax Seaport District, offers travellers a relaxing retreat with stunning views of Halifax Harbour as well as a central location to access an array of restaurants, nightlife, and attractions.

Our modern, upscale rooms and suites offer luxurious accommodations with contemporary amenities. With over 25,000 sq ft of well appointed function space, we can meet the needs of any event or conference.

We are passionate professional hoteliers dedicated to the art of hospitality! Our team members are dedicated to providing exceptional personalized service to our guests; our dedication to the customer shows in everything we do. We put people first!

We take care of our associates who in turn take care of the customers. Our customers are our associates, guests, owners, investors and communities. Mutual respect is at the heart of every customer exchange.

Cook 3- Pastry- The Westin Nova Scotian

Breads, Sweets, Pies they make people smile. And this is your specialty. Whether you prepare pastry, bread, ice cream or a centerpiece which wows guests your contribution is one which adds to the guest dining and / or banquet experience. You are the Pastry Cook 3. You bring baked goods to life. The hotel relies on you to produce a superior product and you take pride in making it happen, while working safely and staying within budget, knowing how to skillfully determine exactly how much you need to prepare each day. In the role of Pastry Cook 3, you will :

Be a Team Player whether it be a dessert, a bread, a cream or a jam, you are the person to make it happen under the Jr Sous Chef & Executive Chef's direction, assisting in other areas as needed to make the team succeed.
Be a Role Model your passion for your trade - including how to prepare all foods safely, to sanitary standards and within budget with limited loss or waste - is an art. Helping others to develop their talents is as well.
Be a Safety & Security Agent following your hotel's established safety and security policies & procedures. Anticipate problems and ask for management assistant as needed.

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Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Enrollment in or completion of a culinary school program with a focus on baking or pastry arts is preferred.

1-2 years of experience in a pastry kitchen or bakery setting.

Basic understanding of baking principles, pastry production, and kitchen safety protocols.

Basic knowledge of standard pastry techniques and tools (mixers, ovens, pastry bags, etc.).

Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately to produce consistent results.

Basic knife skills and the ability to measure and portion ingredients correctly.

Additional Job Details

Job Duties :

Assist in the preparation of various pastry items, including cakes, cookies, muffins, doughs, and other baked goods.

Help prepare ingredients and equipment for daily pastry production.

Bake and assemble pastries according to standardized recipes and instructions.

Follow safety protocols when handling ovens, mixers, and other kitchen equipment.

Ensure that all products are prepared with attention to consistency and quality.

Follow guidelines to ensure proper presentation and decoration of desserts (i.e., simple garnishing, icing, or finishing touches as instructed).

Check finished items for quality, taste, and presentation before they are sent out for service.

Keep work areas organized and tidy to ensure safe and efficient workflow.

Assist in inventory management by helping to monitor stock levels and properly store ingredients and finished products.

Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to meet daily production needs.

Other duties as required.

Wage Scale

18.15-$18.65