Pastry Cook | Caesars Superdome New Orleans

New Orleans, LA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $16.75 - $20.50

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Legends Global is a renowned leader in the hospitality and premium services industry, specializing in delivering exceptional dining and entertainment experiences at sports and entertainment venues across the globe. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction, Legends Global operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where culinary excellence and customer service are paramount. The company prides itself on fostering a professional and inclusive work culture that values teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement.

The role of Pastry Cook under the direction of the Executive Culinary Team is critical to maintaining the high standards that Legends Global is celebrated for. This position involves responsibility for the quality and consistency of all pastry products produced and served within the organization. The Pastry Cook will be hands-on in the creation, development, and implementation of new desserts and creative menu offerings, elevating the guest experience through artisanal baking and presentation. This role requires a deep knowledge of baking techniques, including bread baking, and an ability to ensure all food products meet stringent quality standards. The Pastry Cook must maintain accurate recipe documentation, prepare fresh pastries, desserts, and breads, and manage the timely delivery of baked goods to designated outlets for guest consumption.

A successful candidate will demonstrate strong baking and pastry skills, a friendly and professional demeanor, and the capacity to remain composed in high-pressure situations typical of event-driven environments. Collaboration with the Executive Culinary Team is essential to review assignments, adjust to anticipated business levels, and integrate feedback effectively. The position demands a commitment to upholding the company’s standards for food quality, sanitation, and safety, aligned with County Health regulations and Legends Hospitality protocols.

This role is tailored for individuals who are passionate about culinary arts, particularly pastry, and who thrive in a cooperative team setting that values precision, presentation, and customer satisfaction. Candidates are expected to bring a mix of formal training and practical experience, ideally from premium service contexts including catering and concessions within sports and entertainment venues. Legends Global offers a stimulating work environment where creativity and dedication are recognized and rewarded, making it an excellent opportunity for ambitious culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Must be willing to work hours that vary, according to event schedule
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations
Must be able to smile, maintain positive body language, and consistently provide positive guest service
Must be able to generalize, evaluate, and make decisions without immediate supervision
The ideal candidate will have a pastry degree or have graduated from a certified apprenticeship program with a minimum 2-3 years of cooking experience in the contract food service industry, preferably in premium services, catering and concessions environments for a sports and entertainment venue
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment
Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative and leadership
Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management
Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to work in a team environment
High level of organization and attention to detail
Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company wide safety training and any job specific safety training

Job Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old
Must be willing to work hours that vary, according to event schedule
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations
Must be able to smile, maintain positive body language, and consistently provide positive guest service
Must be able to generalize, evaluate, and make decisions without immediate supervision
The ideal candidate will have a pastry degree or have graduated from a certified apprenticeship program with a minimum 2-3 years of cooking experience in the contract food service industry, preferably in premium services, catering and concessions environments for a sports and entertainment venue
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment
Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative and leadership
Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management
Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to work in a team environment
High level of organization and attention to detail
Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company wide safety training and any job specific safety training

Job Duties

Demonstrates hands on approach to all bakery products produced in the Pastry Department ensuring quality, presentation and consistency standards meet company standards
Ensures that recipes are accurate and updated as needed
Ensures that all food products prepared meet the established specifications and standards
Ensures proper levels of bakery and pastry items are prepared based on forecasted needs and their prompt delivery to the designated outlet for guest consumption
Bake fresh pastries, desserts and breads
Must maintain a friendly, positive attitude and a professional demeanor at all times
Meets with the Executive Culinary Team to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes, and other information pertinent to job performance
Ensures that only the highest of quality product is served to our guests
Strong baking and pastry skills
Knowledge of bread baking and advanced baking and pastry techniques
Maintains and abides by County Health/Sanitation as well as Legends Hospitality standards