Cook II-Pastry

The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City is a prestigious luxury hotel located at 1250 S Hayes St, Arlington, Virginia. It is part of the global Marriott International family, known for its exceptional service standards and commitment to guest satisfaction. The Ritz-Carlton brand stands as a symbol of excellence in the hospitality industry, with more than 100 award-winning hotels worldwide. This establishment prides itself on creating memorable experiences for its guests through a blend of cultural diversity, deep respect for team members, and a culture focused on creativity, kindness, and compassion.

As a culinary associate at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City, you will be part of a vibrant and dynamic team where you will have opportunities for growth and development. The hotel is currently partnering with Rouxbe Cooking School to provide online culinary training programs for associates, allowing individuals at all levels of culinary experience to improve their skills through hundreds of well-designed, visually engaging lessons that have practical applications on the job. This unique offering supports The Ritz-Carlton's goal of nurturing talent and empowering team members to advance their careers in the culinary field.

This full-time, non-management position requires culinary associates to prepare and cook food according to established recipes, quality, and presentation standards. Responsibilities include preparing ingredients by portioning, chopping, and storing them appropriately before use. Associates will use kitchen tools, equipment, and appliances safely and correctly to ensure the preparation of baked meals to standard. Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area is paramount, adhering to food handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene guidelines.

You will also be responsible for monitoring the temperature of kitchen appliances and food to ensure safety and quality, promptly reporting any issues to management. Additionally, working collaboratively with teammates to maintain high standards of food quality throughout the shift is essential. Physical demands include frequently moving, lifting, and positioning objects up to 25 pounds, and navigating various surfaces and awkward positions comfortably.

The Ritz-Carlton values a positive and respectful workplace culture, aiming to foster productive relationships among all team members. It encourages a professional appearance and behavior while protecting company assets and maintaining confidentiality. Communication skills are important as associates are expected to interact clearly and professionally with others and handle phone lines correctly using appropriate protocols.

Joining The Ritz-Carlton means upholding the "Gold Standards" which include the employee promise, credo, and values of service. The Ritz-Carlton sets daily standards to be consistently better, ensuring exceptional luxury service that guests remember long after their stay. Associates have the opportunity to be proud of their work in a global team environment focused on collaboration and mutual success. Ultimately, this role provides not only a chance to develop culinary expertise but also to become part of an esteemed luxury brand recognized worldwide.

By joining this team, you become part of Marriott International's portfolio of brands. You will find an environment where you can perform at your best, discover your purpose, belong to an incredible global team, and grow into your best version professionally and personally.