Pastry Cook III - Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality baked goods: Prepare and bake pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts following designated recipes and quality standards
• Present food items with care: Arrange and display baked goods according to specifications, ensuring an appealing presentation
• Manage pastry inventory: Ensure proper storage, refrigeration, and organization of all pastry products while preparing daily requisitions for supplies and food items
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace: Keep designated food service stations stocked and sanitary while following proper food handling, storage, and safety protocols
• Comply with regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being

Qualifications

• A passion for spreading the light and warmth of hospitality
• Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing
• Inspiring others through Leadership
• A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes
• A sense of Ownership and accountability
• A focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment

About the Role

The Waldorf Astoria Chicago is a luxury hotel in Chicago's Gold Coast, recognized as one of the Best Hotels in the World and in Chicago with the Top Hotel Spa in the U.S. The hotel features 215 rooms, over 5,000 square feet of meeting space, and four food and beverage outlets, including a restaurant, two bars, and in-room dining.

Union Position

This position is part of the Local 1 Union, requiring complete open availability. Full-time hours are not guaranteed; hours and schedule are based on seniority and business needs and may be minimal at times until seniority is established. Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You.

Benefits

At Hilton, we offer incredible travel perks, personal caregiving support, crisis concierge, mental health resources, generous paid time off, health & welfare benefits, and retirement plans to help you save for your future. Benefits availability may vary depending on the location and terms and conditions of employment.