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Cake Artist is a management role within the Pastry Department and reports directly to the Executive Pastry Chef. This position supports the oversight of the pastry team and assumes supervisory responsibility in the absence of the Senior Leader in Pastry. This is a highly specialized role that requires exceptional Cake Artist expertise, strong leadership abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. This position collaborates closely with the Pastry Team and is involved in both production and service operations and responsible for producing pastry items for various resort outlets and ensuring the consistent quality and standards of all products prepared within the Pastry Department.
Job Responsibility:
Manage all day-to-day operations of the pastry and bakery section of the kitchen under the guidance of the Executive Pastry Chef
Fostering the growth of the cook team and establishing an environment conducive to learning
Ability to manage, plan, and oversee production and prep lists for the cook team
Supervise all pastry staff including training and mentoring
Supervise and coordinate all pastry and dessert preparation and presentation
Prepare a wide variety of pastry items such as: plated desserts for multiple restaurant outlets, cakes (from petite gateaux to wedding cakes), cookies, breads, chocolates and confections etc. following traditional and modern recipes
Contributing creatively to menu development/ recipe creation
Maintaining correct pars on product/mise en place
Ordering of product to ensure pastry needs for all outlets are met: dry goods, produce, dairy etc
Execution of banquet events, ensuring quality and presentation as set forth by the Executive Pastry Chef
Ability to move in a fast-paced environment while maintaining focus and the highest standards for quality
Ordering to ensure proper stock levels of ingredients needed to operate the daily production and banquet demand
Attend BEO meeting in the absence of the Senior Leader in Pastry
Follow all sanitation principles and procedures
Follow all hotel policies and procedures
Requirements:
Excellent communication and organization skills
reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language
At least 3+ years of Cake Artist experience in a reputable restaurant, hotel or bakery
Management experience is required and culinary qualifications are essential
Ability to read and scale recipes and follow detailed instructions
Must be flexible with schedule – Able to work weekdays, weekends, holidays
Able to demonstrate culinary techniques such as cutting, cooking principles, plate presentations and proper sanitation and safety practices
Positive personality and good interpersonal skills for interfacing with members, guests, and staff
What we offer:
Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Employee Discount for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide