Pastry Cook I - Hotel Paso Del Norte, El Paso TX

Pastry Cook

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is seeking a dependable, service-oriented Pastry Cook to join our team. If you're passionate about hospitality, take pride in your work, and enjoy creating positive experiences for guests and associates, we'd love to meet you. As Line Cook, you'll play an important role in supporting hotel operations, delivering exceptional service, and helping our team achieve its operational and business goals.

The pastry cooks responsibilities include preparing quality pastry items such as breakfast items, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, displays/centerpieces and special request items.

What you'll do:

• Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs
• Prepare of a variety of baked goods
• Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way
• Monitor and order ingredients, supplies and equipment
• Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions
• Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations
• Identify staffing needs, help to recruit new personnel and train them
• Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends

Qualifications & requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred for supervisory roles
• Previous food and beverage or hospitality experience preferred; requirements vary by position
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices appropriate to the role
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed

What we're looking for:

• A hospitality-minded professional who enjoys serving guests
• A dependable team player with strong attention to detail
• Someone who maintains a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to service excellence

Physical requirements:

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, reach, stoop, and lift throughout the workday
• Lift, carry, push, and pull food, beverage, equipment, and supplies as needed
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds depending on the position
• Work in hot, cold, wet, or otherwise varying environments as required

Technology & systems:

• Experience with the following is preferred: Point-of-Sale (POS) systems
• Inventory or ordering systems
• Property Management Systems (PMS)
• Microsoft Office Suite

Amazing benefits at a glance:

• Team-driven and values-based culture
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick time & holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Career growth opportunities & leadership development programs
• Reduced hotel rates throughout our portfolio
• Employee referral program
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid parental leave
• Exclusive third-party discounts (shopping, travel, entertainment & more)

Why Hotel Equities?

At Hotel Equities, we believe hospitality begins with people. Our award-winning culture is built on integrity, accountability, service, and leadership. We empower our associates to grow professionally while delivering exceptional experiences for our guests and outstanding results for our owners. Whether you're beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of industry experience, you'll find opportunities to grow your career with one of the hospitality industry's most respected management companies.

Hotel Equities is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every associate is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.