Pastry Cook

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally renowned luxury hospitality company that values the spirit of exceptional service powered by its people. The organization is a collective of individuals and professionals dedicated to continual personal and professional growth, striving to push boundaries and to treat each other with the utmost respect and empathy, embodying the Golden Rule in every interaction. The Four Seasons team, located worldwide, creates extraordinary experiences for guests, residents, and partners through a deep commitment to luxury hospitality that combines genuine warmth with professionalism. This company culture fosters a world-class employee experience as the foundation for delivering unparalleled guest satisfaction.

The Four Seasons property in St. Louis, Missouri, offers a unique urban oasis alongside the Mississippi River in the heart of the city's vibrant entertainment district. Just minutes from the iconic Gateway Arch, this resort-style hotel provides spectacular river views, an inviting Sky Terrace with private poolside cabanas, and diverse culinary offerings at Cinder House restaurant. The property captures the pioneering spirit of St. Louis, blending luxury accommodations with rich local culture and amenities like the nearby Horseshoe Casino. It serves as a hub for guests seeking both relaxation and exploration in an energetic metropolitan setting.

This job opening is for the role of Pastry Cook at the St. Louis Four Seasons hotel. The Pastry Cook position is responsible for preparing and planning an array of sweet culinary items ranging from pastries, cakes, and ice creams to sorbets, fruit compotes, breads, and chocolates. The role may also involve assisting in creating specialty items for hotel amenities and special functions. The kitchen environment at Four Seasons reflects the company’s diverse culture and commitment to maintaining high culinary and hospitality standards. Pastry Cook roles exist in various levels, from Pastry Cook I to Pastry Cook III, with the specific level determined through the interview process. Reporting to the Executive Pastry Chef and overseen by the Hotel’s Executive Chef, the Pastry Cook contributes significantly to the kitchen team’s excellence.

Key responsibilities include ensuring food safety by adhering to proper storage, sanitation, and allergy guidelines, as well as strict recipe adherence for preparation and portion control. The role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness, managing stock levels to support quality standards, and fostering strong communication and teamwork to ensure timely and professional service delivery. The work environment is dynamic, requiring the ability to perform in a fast-paced setting while paying close attention to detail.

This is a full-time role, with working hours primarily in the mornings and evenings, including weekdays and weekends. The ideal candidate will have a culinary or pastry degree or certificate, strong communication skills, and the ability to follow detailed cooking techniques that comply with food safety and sanitation standards.

Four Seasons offers a lucrative salary package along with an excellent suite of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K with employer matching starting at 30 days, time off plans beginning at the day of hire, complimentary meals and beverages, tuition reimbursement, and initiatives supporting employee wellbeing and mental health. Employees also enjoy complimentary and discounted hotel stays worldwide, a supportive and inclusive team environment, and strong promotion of diversity within the workplace. This comprehensive approach reflects Four Seasons’ dedication not only to guest service but also to creating an enriching workplace culture for its employees.