About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location: A Manhattan landmark on Billionaires' Row. Experience five-star, New York hotel living in our modern-deco landmark designed by famed architect I.M. Pei. Located on Billionaires' Row at the city's most prestigious address between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue, you're just steps from Central Park and Madison Avenue shopping. Come and unwind in our sun-filled suites (some of the largest in Manhattan), take in the unparalleled city and park views, and experience serenity and luxury high above Manhattan's exhilarating whirlwind.
About the role Prepare baked items, pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, fruit compotes, chocolates and show pieces according to guest orders and banquet event orders in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.
What you will do - Prepare pastry items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service. Ensure mis en place is maintained throughout the day as required.
- Review and check BEOs, understanding prep lists and the execution of the list.
- Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs.
- Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, juicer, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
- Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies.
- Date and label all food items including dry goods. Receive and store all goods, including perishables, dry goods and equipment.
- Communicate ordering, inventory and supply needs and report any issues with equipment or work station to supervisor
- Understand the expectation and execution of daily amenities, prepare special requests as needed for guests.
What you bring - High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.
- Minimum two years culinary or related work experience.
- Advanced culinary knowledge is expected for this position.
Some of the Benefits Four Seasons Hotel New York employees enjoy are: - Competitive Medical and Dental Packages
- Excellent Training and Development Opportunities
- Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
- Complimentary Employee Meals
- TransitChek- Pre-tax Commuter Program
- 401k Retirement
- Gym and Parking Discounts, and MORE!
Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons New York: Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview. Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website -