Pastry III
Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team's commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. As Pastry III, the care you devote to food and workspace preparation will result in the creation of truly spectacular fare.
Hotel Overview: Fairmont Orchid is a luxury AAA four-diamond Kohala Coast oceanfront resort with white sand lagoon, Hawaiian Spa Without Walls, golf, extensive meeting facilities, year-round children's program, five restaurants and tennis, all serviced with Aloha. We are currently looking for new colleagues to join our 'Ohana and share that Aloha here at Fairmont Orchid.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Executive Pastry Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
- Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
- Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
Ensure daily checks of all mis en place to ensure freshness and quality standards
Prepare daily production of breads, rolls, muffins and other baked goods according to standard recipes
Inspect product for quality and consistency during and after baking
Review production schedules to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake
Monitor inventory of supplies and order stock based on daily and weekly requirements
Complete production sheets needed for the daily operation
Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
Maintain consistency for all items leaving the Bake Shop
Follow Kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in the culinary field an asset
- DiplomaCertification in a Culinary discipline an asset
- ServSafe Certification preferred
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Highly responsible & reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
- Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the Food & Beverage areas
- Must be able to read, write, understand and adjust recipes according to business levels
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English to decipher Micros tickets, order requisitions, Banquet Event Orders and Preparation Lists
- Must be familiar with standard pastry methods such as creaming, pie dough, mousse
- Must be able to produce basic pastry dishes and concept such as pastry cream, pate choux, spong cakes and all doughs
- Must be able to perform certain knife skills I.E. dice, chop, and slice
- Read, understand and use all standard formulas
- Must have the ability to artfully present pastry dishes including balancing colors, style, and components
- Must perform basic cooking technique such as boiling, saute, bake, sear, flambe, deep fry, simmer, and poach
- Must have detailed knowledge of weights, measures, and detailed math skills such as addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and percentages
- Have a working knowledge of properly storing, rotating and maintaining products according to Servsafe standards.
- Maintain health department minimal standards in regards to food supply
- Must be able to follow, communicate, and provide food service using Servsafe standards
- Have the ability to clean and maintain all kitchen equipment
- Must be able to work any and all shifts
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
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- Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
- Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling
- Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
Visa Requirements: Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States
APPLY TODAY: Whether you're launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts-and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!
ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS
At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities-throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific-as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability and Excellence; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. Our Sustainability Partnership program represents our ever-expanding commitment to being a responsible business and to following the principles of sustainability across our operations, the world over. An exciting future awaits!
Fairmont Orchid is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.