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Banquet Pastry Cook

Hotel Covington
On-site
Covington, Kentucky, United States
$16 - $18 USD hourly
                                                                                                            PASTRY COOK - BANQUETS
 
We believe that attention to detail and providing our clients with the best possible experience is something to be proud of. We are seeking a knowledgeable and passionate pastry cook who will be responsible for preparing a diverse range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods with precision and creativity, while upholding the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation. 
 
Full-Time
$16-$18 Hourly   
  
Responsibilities
   • Prepare a wide range of pastries, desserts, and other baked goods for banquet events
   • Follow standardized recipes and portion sizes to ensure consistency and quality
   • Assemble and decorate desserts according to banquet event orders and Executive Chef specifications
   • Produce specialty desserts for special requests and dietary requirements
   • Coordinate pastry production with banquet event timelines and service schedules
   • Ensure all desserts are ready and delivered to the proper location on time
   • Communicate effectively with banquet chefs, banquet team, and management
   • Adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation standards
   • Maintain a clean and organized workstation
   • Properly label, date, and store all ingredients and finished products
   • Conduct taste tests and visual inspections to ensure all desserts meet quality standards
   • Suggest recipe changes to correct any issues with texture, flavor, or cost
   • Monitor pastry inventory levels and inform chefs of low stock or supply needs
   • Assist in receiving and storing all kitchen ingredients and supplies
   • Safely operate, clean, and maintain all kitchen equipment
   • Assist and collaborate with all kitchen team members
   • Contribute ideas for new dessert offerings
   • Stay updated on dessert trends and techniques to enhance offerings
 
Requirements
   • Proven experience as a Pastry Cook, Baker, or in a similar role
   • Solid understanding of basic kitchen operations, including reading and following recipes, recipe development, knife handling, sanitation practices, and kitchen etiquette
   • Ability to take direction and accept constructive feedback
   • Strong planning skills with the ability to anticipate prep tasks for both same-day and next-day production
   • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
   • Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills
   • Able to lift 50 lbs. or more as needed
   • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and hot kitchen environment