At Aman we are on a mission to create the world’s ultimate luxury lifestyle brand; hotels, resorts, homes, experiences, and products which transform our guests’ and owners’ perspectives and daily lives. To achieve our ambitions, we capitalise on our unique combination of world-class and diverse talent, unmatched design, and access to locations, cultures, and experiences few are privy to. We live by the ‘Aman way of life’ – a mindset shared by our guests, homeowners and employees which creates a lifelong sense of belonging driven by our values of:

* Invest in individuality – fostering an environment where each person can push boundaries, take risks and challenge norms.

* Nurture pathfinder spirit – exploring experiences, opportunities and locations which transform into new exciting ventures.

* Act like owners – taking charge, leading by example and an immense sense of pride in our work.

* Celebrate communities – ensuring that every member of our community is looked after and nurtured in a compassionate, respectful, and collaborative manner.

LOCATION

This position is located at Aman New York in New York City

POSITION

The Pastry Cook will maintain a superior production of breads, sweets, pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, and fresh fruit jams, chocolates, etc. for the restaurant, special events, and amenities.

The position has an hourly rate of $32.09 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

* Consult with the pastry chef and other chefs to plan menus

* Execute all pastry orders and accommodate special requests

* Demonstrate skill in baking pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, sweets, pies, etc.

* Create enticing confectionery decorations and delicious pastry fillings, as well as keeping up with new pastry baking techniques

* Apply classic pastry baking techniques when preparing traditional pastries

* Add novel, creative, and delicious pastry items to the existing selection

* Maintain pastry production sheet and follow through with assigned prep items

* Perform daily dry storage, walk-in refrigerator, and freezers inspected each of your shifts to ensure it is clean, and all pastry related items are put away properly

* Be aware of food cost by effectively scaling ingredients, minimizing waste, and preventing theft

* Monitor equipment and ensuring all specialized pastry baking tools are in working order

* Setting up workstations with all necessary supplies

* Ensure clear communication in the kitchen

* Ensure all orders are completed in time and with the correct priority

* Always maintain the highest level of cleanliness and hygiene standards

* Perform other task or projects as assigned by Management

Qualifications:

* Must have culinary degree

* Must have at least 2 years’ experience in a pastry position

* Thorough knowledge in pastry arts and techniques

* Experience in chocolate making

* Positive, engaging, and energetic personality

* Able to be organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision

* Very high attention to detail and extensive service knowledge

* Sensitive to cultural nuances

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal on English

* Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fast paced environment

* Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance as per company policies

* Ability to stand for extended periods of time

* Multi-lingual is a plus

* Department of Health and Hygiene certified

* ServSafe certified