Lead Pastry Cook

Miramar, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $17.00 - $20.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Flexible Schedule

Job Description

JW Marriott Turnberry Miami Resort & Spa is a prestigious luxury resort located in Aventura, Florida, known for its exceptional services, elegant accommodations, and exquisite dining experiences. This resort is part of the globally recognized JW Marriott brand, which is synonymous with luxury hospitality and outstanding guest experiences. The resort offers a wide range of amenities, including championship golf courses, a world-class spa, fine dining restaurants, and stunning ocean views. Guests at JW Marriott Turnberry Miami Resort & Spa can expect personalized service and an upscale atmosphere that combines comfort, style, and sophistication.

Within this magnificent resort, the Bourbon Ste... Show More

Job Requirements

Possess outstanding guest service skills, professional presentation, and sophisticated communication skills
must be able to manage a multitude of tasks in an ever-changing environment
food safety certification is required
must be flexible in terms of working hours
must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc. from disparate sources and consider, adjust, or modify to meet the constraints of a particular need
must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests
knowledgeable with computers and computer programs like Outlook, Word, and Excel
complete understanding of pastry and bakery terms
ability to troubleshoot pastry and bakery formulas
prominent level of skills to be able to prepare and finish specialty cakes, pastries, plated desserts, gelato, sorbet, cookies, mousses, creams, custards, sponges, batters, chocolate work, yeast doughs, laminated doughs, quick breads
basic understand of nutrition and food sensitivities
physical agility and ability to move quickly in confined spaces
also requires standing/walking/reaching and bending throughout the shift
ability to push, pull, and lift 50 lbs
ability to multi-task and give direction under pressure
stand or walk for extended periods of time
work in areas of high heat and humidity, coolers and freezers for extended periods of time

Job Qualifications

Culinary pastry degree preferred
at least 3 years experience in a cook I or supervisory level in a hotel or fine dining restaurant
ability to communicate in the English language
knowledge of proper chemical handling, cleaning techniques, and use of equipment/machinery
ability to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends
able to perform multiple tasks

Job Duties

Approach all interactions with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner
maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and nametag while working
take care of daily dessert preparation and duties assigned by leaders to meet the standard and the quality set by the restaurant
coordinate daily tasks with the Executive Pastry Chef, Chef de Cuisine, and Sous Chef
estimate the daily production needs and check the quality of all pastry/bakery products to ensure that standards are met
ensure that the production, preparation, and presentation of desserts are always of the highest quality
ensure the highest levels of guest satisfaction, quality, operating, and food costs on an ongoing basis

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

We didn't receive the exact location for this job posting,

please contact the employer.

You may be also interested in: