Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Loews Coral Gables Hotel is a premium luxury hotel located in the vibrant city of Coral Gables, Florida. Featuring 242 exquisitely designed guestrooms, including 23 elegant suites, this hotel offers guests an exceptional stay with lavish accommodations and modern amenities. The property boasts an expansive 30,000 square feet of flexible meeting space that seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor environments, perfect for a variety of events, from corporate meetings to social gatherings. A standout feature of the hotel is its stunning 9th-floor pool deck, providing guests with breathtaking views and a relaxing atmosphere. Dining at Loews Coral Gables Hotel is a... Show More
Job Requirements
- Pastry diploma or degree preferred
- minimum of 4-6 years experience with a strong working knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking, baking and pastry
- ability to bend, stoop, stand, lift 50 pounds and push carts weighing up to 200 pounds
- ability to speak, read and write English
- must be able to obtain Food Handler's Card
- ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
- basic mathematical skills
Job Qualifications
- Good knowledge of classical French desserts, chocolate handling and sugar work preferred
- good knowledge on mixing techniques, recipe preparation, piping, cake building, decorating
- good knowledge on mousses, custards and sauces
- good knowledge on chocolate tempering, sculpting, and sugar working
- ability to comprehend and execute BEO's
- creation of amenities
- able to handle pop up
- strong knowledge on overnight baking
- knowledge on restaurant desserts, and dessert specials
- ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and difficult situations
- knowledge of operating all kitchen and pastry equipment including mixers, tilt skillets, and ice cream machines
- basic mathematical skills
- must be able to obtain Food Handler's Card
- ability to bend, stoop, stand, lift 50 pounds and push carts weighing up to 200 pounds
- ability to speak, read and write English
- ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Reports directly to the pastry chef and sous chef
- leads cooks when supervisors are not present
- prepares all volume food items according to standard recipes and specifications to ensure consistency of product
- adheres to control procedures for cost and quality
- checks and controls the proper storage and rotation of product, checks on portion control to maintain a quality product
- practices inventory controls, including preparation of and pick-up of items from the storeroom
- stores all food in refrigerated boxes including covers, labels and dates
- cleans walk-ins, reach-in boxes, ensures all equipment in working areas is clean and sanitary and in proper working condition to comply with health department regulations
- maintains area in a clean condition at all times
- works varying schedules that reflect the business needs of the hotel
- performs all other assigned duties
- notifies immediate supervisors promptly and fully of all problems or unusual matters of significance
- is polite, friendly, and helpful to all guests, management and fellow employees
- attends all appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
- maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
- executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
- complies with required safety regulations and procedures
- complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
- recycles whenever possible
- remains current with hotel information and changes
- complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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