Job Description
Loews Hotels & Co has ventured into Kansas City, MO with the new Loews Kansas City Hotel. The 800-room hotel features 60,000 square feet of meeting & function space, with a sky bridge connecting to the 800,000 square foot Kansas City Convention Center. The hotel marks the first hotel catering to groups & meetings to open in more than 20 years in Kansas City. Two signature restaurants, a Grab & Go bakery and a rooftop lounge will round out this all glass, 24 story hotel, which stands out on the city's skyline. Loews Kansas City is located at the cornerstone of an already vibrant and continuously growing downtown Kansas City.
This position is responsible for maintaining, setting up, producing food and controlling quality of all food items prepared in the pastry department.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Reports directly to the Pastry Chef and Sous Chef
Report cook I if any of the above is absent
Prepares all volume food inters according to standard recipes and specifications to ensure consistency of product
Must adhere to control procedures for cost/quality
Checks and controls the proper storage an rotation of product, checking on portion control to maintain a quality product
Practice inventory controls, including the preparation of and pick up of item from the storeroom
Stores all food in refrigerated boxes including covers, labels and dates
Cleaning of walk-ins, reach-in boxes, to ensure all equipment in working areas is clean and sanitary and in proper working condition, in order to comply with health department regulations
Maintains area in a clean condition at all times
Will be required to work varying schedules that reflect the business needs of the hotel
All other duties that are assigned
Supportive Functions and Responsibilities
Notifies immediate supervisors promptly and fully of all problems or unusual matters of significance
Is polite, friendly, and helpful to all guests, management and fellow employees
Attends all appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
Recycles whenever possible
Remains current with hotel information and changes
Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of classical French desserts, chocolate handling and sugar work preferred
Basic knowledge on mixing techniques, recipe preparation, piping, cake building, decorating
Basic knowledge on mousses, custards and sauces.
Comprehend BEO'S
Knowledge on restaurant desserts, and desserts special
Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and difficult situations
Knowledge of operating all kitchen/pastry equipment, "mixers, tilt skillets, ice cream machine"
Basic mathematical skills
Must be able to obtain Food Handler's Card
Ability to bend, stoop, stand, lift 50 pounds and push carts weighing up to 200 pounds
Ability to speak, read and write English
Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
Education:
Pastry diploma or degree preferred
Experience:
Minimum of 3-4 year's experience with a good working knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking, baking and pastry
Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Full-time