- Location
- Four Seasons Nashville, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
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:
Write your own music city story. Let us show you the real Nashville, connecting you to the creative spirit of the city’s artisans. Four Seasons is the new social hub of downtown Nashville’s SoBro neighbourhood, just steps from music, sports and entertainment. Feel the rhythm of our vibrant restaurants and event spaces, and the harmony of our Spa and rooftop pool – celebrating nature with views of the Cumberland River and Riverfront Park. With unparalleled Four Seasons service and warm Southern hospitality, we’ll inspire a truly authentic experience of Music City.About the Role
As a Pastry Cook 1, you will play an essential role in the Pastry Department by preparing high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, chocolates, and specialty items that enhance the guest dining experience. This position supports daily restaurant operations and banquet events by ensuring all pastry products are prepared to Four Seasons quality standards in a safe and sanitary environment.
What You Will Do
• Prepare pastries, desserts, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, fruit compotes, chocolates, and showpieces according to recipes, guest orders, and presentation standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and maintain workstation readiness for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and banquet service.
• Ensure consistent product quality while adhering to established production and portion standards.
• Prepare food items in advance based on forecasted business levels while minimizing waste.
• Safely operate, maintain, and clean all pastry and baking equipment, including mixers, ovens, food processors, slicers, waffle irons, and dough sheeters.
• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, label and date food products, and store perishables at proper temperatures.
• Assist in controlling food costs by reducing waste, monitoring usage, and supporting proper inventory management practices.
• Identify shortages and communicate out-of-stock items to supervisors in a timely manner.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and company compliance standards.
• Work collaboratively and professionally with team members and supervisors to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
What You Bring
• High school diploma, culinary school education, culinary institute training, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of four years of culinary or pastry experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Advanced knowledge of pastry and baking techniques, ingredients, and production methods.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain commercial baking equipment, including mixers, ovens, and dough sheeters.
• Strong knife skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms
• Complimentary employee meals
• Additional property-specific benefits as available
Schedule & Hours
• Full-time position
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
• Scheduled shifts typically range from eight hours and may vary according to operational requirements
