Pastry Cook

JW Marriott Essex House New York is an esteemed member of Marriott International's luxury portfolio, located at 160 Central Park South in New York City. The hotel is renowned for its elegant accommodations, superior guest services, and a longstanding reputation for delivering exceptional hospitality in a premier urban setting. As part of Marriott International, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, JW Marriott Essex House thrives on the principles of quality, innovation, and genuine service. The property combines a rich history with modern luxury to offer an unparalleled experience to both its guests and associates. JW Marriott Essex House supports a diverse and inclusive workforce and actively promotes associate well-being, professional growth, and a collaborative workplace culture. The hotel is committed to offering its team members opportunities for advancement through training, recognition, and development programs geared towards achieving excellence in hospitality.

The role of Substitute Pastry Cook at JW Marriott Essex House New York is a full-time, non-management position that requires culinary associates to contribute their skills to maintain the hotel's high culinary standards. With an hourly wage between $32.48 and $43.30, this position offers both competitive compensation and the chance to work in a prestigious luxury hotel environment. Key to this role is the opportunity to engage in professional development through a partnership with Rouxbe Cooking School, which provides online culinary training. This self-paced program is designed to enhance the skills of culinary team members by offering comprehensive lessons that can be directly applied to their daily work.

The Substitute Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking pastries and baked goods in accordance with established recipes and quality standards. Duties include measuring, portioning, chopping, and preparing ingredients before baking, along with handling baking tools, equipment, and appliances safely and efficiently. This role demands strict adherence to food safety handling policies and hygiene procedures, ensuring that both the kitchen workstations and the food prepared meet the highest standards of cleanliness and quality. It requires constant monitoring of food temperatures and quality throughout the shift, as well as accurate reporting of any issues to management.

Aside from culinary responsibilities, this role also emphasizes teamwork and communication skills. The Substitute Pastry Cook must maintain professionalism in appearance and etiquette, work cooperatively with team members to meet common goals, and support the overall smooth operation of kitchen activities. Physically, the position demands the ability to perform tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, twisting, and lifting objects weighing up to 25 pounds, often on slippery or uneven surfaces. The JW Marriott Essex House upholds a company culture that values safety, confidentiality, and respect for proprietary information. This environment encourages associates to grow, take pride in their work, and contribute positively to the legacy of wonderful hospitality Marriott is known for worldwide.

Joining JW Marriott Essex House means becoming part of a vibrant community where associates are inspired to be the best versions of themselves. They are given the resources to excel in their careers while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritizes well-being and work-life balance. This role is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to advance their experience in a luxury hotel setting while benefiting from structured training opportunities and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.