Pastry Line Cook 2 - Langham Huntington Pasadena

About Langham Hospitality Group

A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East.

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles is located in Pasadena, California, in the heart of an upscale residential neighborhood bursting with historic gems like Albert Einstein's former residence and famous film locations including the homes from Mad Men and Father of the Bride.

Just up the street you'll find Pasadena's vibrant shopping and entertainment district boasting theaters, boutiques, incredible restaurants and world-class museums. And the hotel is just a short drive from the rest of Pasadena's must-see spots including the Rose Bowl stadium, The Huntington Library, Descanso Gardens, Kidspace Children's Museum and much more.

Check out what’s nearby, or inquire with our concierge team for recommendations on what to see, eat, and do in Pasadena and nearby Los Angeles.

 

   

DEPARTMENT:       Pastry Kitchen

JOB TITLE:              Cook 2           

REPORTS TO:         Pastry Chef

SUPERVISES:         NA

 

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:

Responsible for preparing pastry items according to guest orders of consistent quality, as well as production, portion and presentation standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible to supply assigned workstation with all needed products and culinary equipment for prompt production.
• Understand and maintain all standard pastry recipes.
• Assists in producing and plating pastries and desserts.
• Produce creative and artistic food work
• Responsible for production of sweet items, pastries, cakes, fruit compotes, breads, chocolates, etc. for all outlets as well as banquets and amenities.
• Visually inspects, selects and uses freshest food products of the highest standard in preparation of all menu items.
• Perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Work cohesively with entire culinary staff as part of a team.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
• Solely responsible for maintaining clean work station. Make sure all work areas are properly cleaned at end of shifts.
• Maintains area in a clean and sanitized condition at all times.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required    to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to stand/walk for the entire duration of an 8 hour shift.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 80 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in a controlled, temperate environment to include heat and cold.
• Activities include standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, handling, lifting, carrying, seeing, hearing, talking, walking. 

SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• Ability to be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
• Ability to work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timelines for guests orders.
• Ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job functions.
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes.
• Ability to expand and condense recipes.
• Ability to produce created and artistic items.
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Experience in a 4-5 start hospitality environment.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

• CPR Certification and/or First Aid Training preferred. 
• Food Handler’s Certificate required.

 

SALARY RANGE: $27.00 - $29.51 PER HOUR

 

NOTE:

This description excludes non-essential and marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties. Furthermore, the specific examples in each section are not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, they represent the typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the associate’s supervisor. Furthermore, this description is subject to change, in the sole discretion of the Company, and in no way creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise, each colleague remains, always, an “at will” colleague. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.