Pastry Cook III

The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans is a premier luxury hotel situated in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana. Known for its exceptional hospitality and top-tier service, this esteemed establishment is part of Marriott International's prestigious portfolio of brands. The Ritz-Carlton has earned a global reputation for delivering rare and special luxury experiences that leave lasting impressions on guests. This renowned hotel prides itself on its commitment to excellence, creativity, and compassionate service, setting the standard for luxury hospitality worldwide.

As an integral member of The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a tradition of outstanding service by upholding the company’s Gold Standards. These standards—such as the Employee Promise, Credo, and Service Values—form the foundation of the company culture and guide employees in their day-to-day activities. The Ritz-Carlton believes in empowering their employees to be thoughtful and creative in their roles, ensuring every guest experience is personalized and memorable.

The role offered is a Full-Time, Non-Management position within the Food and Beverage & Culinary category, specifically focusing on food preparation and cooking. The position pays $17.00 per hour and is based on-site at the hotel, located at 921 Canal St., New Orleans. This role is ideal for entry-level culinary professionals or individuals seeking to grow their skills in a high-end hospitality environment.

The position entails preparing and cooking food according to specified recipes, quality, and presentation standards. Responsibilities include portioning, chopping, and storing ingredients properly to maintain freshness and safety. This role requires adherence to strict food safety handling practices and personal hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with Marriott’s enforceable policies. You will also be expected to monitor kitchen appliance temperatures and food quality throughout the shift and report any issues promptly to management.

Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen workspace is a critical aspect of this role. You will be responsible for washing and disinfecting equipment and surfaces, setting up, and breaking down workstations. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds, and perform tasks that require bending, twisting, reaching, standing, and walking for extended periods.

As a representative of The Ritz-Carlton brand, professionalism in appearance and communication is essential. Adherence to company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, and confidentiality is expected. This position also encourages fostering positive working relationships with team members to collectively achieve operational goals and exceptional guest satisfaction.

Working with The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans provides a unique chance to develop one’s career within a globally recognized luxury hospitality brand that values diversity, inclusivity, and employee growth. The hotel is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, embracing associates from varied backgrounds, and nurturing an environment where every individual is respected and celebrated for their unique talents. Employees are encouraged to become the best version of themselves while contributing meaningfully to a world-class service culture.