Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Pastry Cook I (Full Time) - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, Dana Point, California, United States, 92629
Pastry Cook I (Full Time) - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club
The award‑winning Forbes 4-Star and AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is looking for a Pastry Cook to join the Culinary Team! Located in the beautiful coastal town of Dana Point adjacent to Laguna Beach, this town played an iconic role in the emergence of California's surf culture and today is celebrated for its laid‑back vibe and fun, active lifestyle. The resort is perched on 175 acres atop a 150‑foot seaside bluff with over 400 rooms, 115,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, and 8 food and Beverage outlets, including 4 restaurants, a beach club, lounge, marketplace, and in‑room dining.
Classification: Full‑Time Shift: Various – must be available to weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour, based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
What will I be doing? As a Pastry Cook, you will be responsible for creating, preparing, producing, and baking all pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts for the hotel's food and beverage outlets, ensuring outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Prepare pastry food items according to designated recipes and quality standards.
Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards.
Stock, maintain, and ensure proper storage and refrigeration of an adequate supply of all prepared products.
Develop new products for a‑la‑carte and catering menus, as needed.
Practice correct food handling and storage procedures according to federal, state, local, and company regulations.
Display and set baked products on mobile carts according to specifications.
Prepare daily requisitions for supplies and food items.
What are we looking for? In addition to the responsibilities, we look for demonstration of Hilton's core values:
Hospitality – We are passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Integrity – We do the right thing, all the time.
Leadership – We are leaders in our industry and in our communities.
Teamwork – We are team players in everything we do.
Ownership – We are the owners of our actions and decisions.
Now – We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.
We also look for the following key attributes:
Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full‑service hotels and resorts to extended‑stay suites and mid‑priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities, and value, and remains dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.
The Benefits Hilton offers a wide range of benefits such as:
Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay.
Medical insurance coverage – for you and your family.
Mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program.
Best‑in‑Class paid time off (PTO).
Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel.
Parental leave to support new parents.
Debt‑Free Education: access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including college degrees and professional certifications*.
401(k) plan and company match to help save for your retirement.
Hilton Shares: employee stock purchase program (ESPP) – you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 % discount.
Career growth and development.
Team member resource groups.
Recognition and rewards programs.
Available benefits may vary depending on property‑specific terms and conditions of employment.
Work Locations Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Schedule Full‑time
Brand Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
Job Culinary
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitality
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Classification: Full‑Time Shift: Various – must be available to weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour, based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
What will I be doing? As a Pastry Cook, you will be responsible for creating, preparing, producing, and baking all pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts for the hotel's food and beverage outlets, ensuring outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Prepare pastry food items according to designated recipes and quality standards.
Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards.
Stock, maintain, and ensure proper storage and refrigeration of an adequate supply of all prepared products.
Develop new products for a‑la‑carte and catering menus, as needed.
Practice correct food handling and storage procedures according to federal, state, local, and company regulations.
Display and set baked products on mobile carts according to specifications.
Prepare daily requisitions for supplies and food items.
What are we looking for? In addition to the responsibilities, we look for demonstration of Hilton's core values:
Hospitality – We are passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Integrity – We do the right thing, all the time.
Leadership – We are leaders in our industry and in our communities.
Teamwork – We are team players in everything we do.
Ownership – We are the owners of our actions and decisions.
Now – We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.
We also look for the following key attributes:
Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full‑service hotels and resorts to extended‑stay suites and mid‑priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities, and value, and remains dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.
The Benefits Hilton offers a wide range of benefits such as:
Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay.
Medical insurance coverage – for you and your family.
Mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program.
Best‑in‑Class paid time off (PTO).
Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel.
Parental leave to support new parents.
Debt‑Free Education: access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including college degrees and professional certifications*.
401(k) plan and company match to help save for your retirement.
Hilton Shares: employee stock purchase program (ESPP) – you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 % discount.
Career growth and development.
Team member resource groups.
Recognition and rewards programs.
Available benefits may vary depending on property‑specific terms and conditions of employment.
Work Locations Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Schedule Full‑time
Brand Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
Job Culinary
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitality
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