Assistant Pastry Chef

Houston, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.75 - $32.25

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

flexible schedule

Job Description

The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa is a luxury resort located in Houston, Texas, known for its exceptional hospitality, elegant accommodations, and world-class amenities. This well-established hotel boasts a five-star reputation for delivering high-quality guest experiences across its hotel, club, and spa services. With a focus on maintaining excellence in all aspects of guest services, the Houstonian provides a sophisticated and comfortable environment that blends Southern charm with upscale modern luxury. Recognized for its rich history and beautiful grounds, the hotel attracts guests seeking relaxation, fine dining, fitness, and wellness experiences.

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Job Requirements

must have food handlers certification
must have five years experience in food or pastry
must be able to work varied shifts including weekdays, weekends, and holidays
must be organized and flexible
must be able to stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, kneel, reach overhead, lift and carry up to 30 lbs
must be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
must be able to communicate effectively with guests and co-workers
must be able to read and follow instructions and log sheets
must be able to work safely with chemicals according to regulations

Job Qualifications

five years experience in food or pastry
high level of creativity combined with ability to handle production
knowledge of French pastries, Viennese pastries, and American pastries
expertise in cake decorating and show pieces
knowledge of kitchen sanitation procedures
knowledge of the safe use of commercial kitchen equipment
computer knowledge including windows and excel
ability to make decisions and resolve issues
excellent communication skills both written and verbal
organized and flexible
able to work well under pressure
responsible, reliable, punctual, self-motivated and energetic
ability to follow instructions from the pastry chef
team leader promoting good work ethics and a fun environment
availability to work varied shifts including weekdays, weekends, and holidays
food handlers certification

Job Duties

provide support to the pastry chef
motivate, supervise, and counsel pastry shop employees
fill out requisition forms daily ensuring proper par stock of all food items are maintained
attend BEO meetings
ensure the pastry shop is clean and compliant with health codes
make recommendations regarding hiring, terminating, and counseling of staff to the pastry chef
assume full responsibility of the pastry department in the absence of the pastry chef
ensure proper and consistent production of all food products at all times
provide quality products that are timely, fresh, and meet quantity needs
accommodate special requests by other departments
coordinate production of all baked goods and dessert items ordered by outlets
actively develop new dessert items
perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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