PastryCook at The Jefferson Hotel, Washington DC – Washington, District of Columbia

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily execution of basic pastry recipes.
• Prepares desserts and other specialty baked items for the restaurant and banquet functions.
• Responsible for decorating cakes and other desserts as well as presents these in an artistic manner.
• Operate all electronic kitchen appliances.
• Ensure that food preparation and serving areas are safe, and sanitary food handling practices are followed.
• Communicate effectively with other departments.

Qualifications include:

• Previous relevant experience as a Pastry Cook preferably in a luxury or fine dining establishment.
• Knowledge of high quality, upscale pastry, and dessert preparation.
• Knowledge of confection of chocolate and macaroons is a must.
• Stable work history.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Excellent guest services orientation.
• Move easily throughout the hotel and kitchen.

This position requires scheduling flexibility to include working nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Independently owned and operated, The Jefferson, Washington DC, offers competitive wages, paid time off, and comprehensive benefit plans for full-time employees!