Top 3 Pastry cook Jobs in Ankeny, Ia

Pastry Cook
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton —Des Moines, IA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Bakery
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Banquet Cook
Courtyard by Marriott —Ankeny, IA
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook
Courtyard by Marriott —Ankeny, IA
- Part-time
- Hotel
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Restaurant
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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PASTRY COOK/BAKER - GREATER COLUMBUS CONVENTION CENTER
Levy Sector —Columbus, OH
Operates and cleans equipment after each use. Assists with the daily production and distribution of all pastries, desserts and baked goods.
$16 an hour
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Cook/Baker (OH) at Ohio Dominican University
Hallmark Management Service Inc —Columbus, OH
Follows health, safety, and sanitation guidelines in our commercial production kitchen. Ability to use pastry bag for cake/dessert decorating to support menu…

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Pastry Cook

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$19 - $22 an hour

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

About this job…

Pastry Chefs are essential to delivering a memorable guest dining experience through exceptional desserts, baked goods, and pastry presentations. Working under the guidance of the Executive Chef, Pastry Chefs are responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality pastries, breads, desserts, and specialty baked items that enhance the hotel's culinary offerings. The primary role of a Pastry Chef is to consistently produce visually appealing and delicious products while maintaining food safety standards, managing production timelines, and contributing to a creative and efficient kitchen environment.

What you'll be doing…

Prepare a variety of pastries, desserts, breads, cakes, cookies, and specialty baked goods by following recipes, production schedules, and presentation standards.
Consistently produce high-quality products while maintaining portion control, appearance, flavor, and freshness standards.
Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper labeling, product rotation, storage, and temperature controls.
Plan and initiate daily pastry production based on forecasted demand, banquet needs, restaurant service, and special events.
Properly store and handle all ingredients and finished products to maintain quality and minimize waste.
Assist with inventory management, ingredient ordering, and food cost controls within the pastry department.
Operate and maintain pastry and baking equipment such as mixers, ovens, proofers, sheeters, food processors, scales, and decorating tools.
Decorate and present pastries and desserts with creativity and attention to detail, ensuring an exceptional guest experience.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary pastry kitchen and workstation at all times.
Collaborate with culinary team members to develop seasonal menus, specialty desserts, and new pastry offerings.
Contribute as a team member by reporting to work as scheduled, continuously refining skills and techniques, and supporting the development of fellow team members.
Always maintain professionalism consistent with hotel brand and company expectations.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements…

Experience & Education:

1+ years of culinary experience
High School diploma or equivalency education certificate required

Communication:

Good verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to speak, read, and write in primary language used in the workplace

Physical:

8+ hours per day; stand and walk frequently throughout the workday
Reach, bend, stoop, and pivot frequently through workday
Lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 50 pounds occasionally

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