Pastry Cook Specialist

Located in the heart of downtown Houston, Hilton Americas-Houston is a premier hotel destination known for exceptional hospitality, upscale dining, and impressive event spaces. With an extensive banquet operation hosting everything from elegant weddings and social celebrations to large-scale corporate events and conventions, the property offers a dynamic culinary environment. 

The pastry department plays an essential role in creating memorable experiences, producing an array of handcrafted desserts, pastries, and specialty creations for the hotel's restaurants, events, and banquets. For culinary professionals passionate about pastry and the art of creating exceptional desserts, Hilton Americas-Houston offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a talented team at one of Houston's leading hospitality destinations.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Pastry Cook Specialist you’re not just preparing great tasting bakery and pastry items – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

• Create high-quality baked goods: Prepare and bake pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts following designated recipes and quality standards
• Present food items with care: Arrange and display baked goods according to specifications, ensuring an appealing presentation
• Manage pastry inventory: Ensure proper storage, refrigeration, and organization of all pastry products while preparing daily requisitions for supplies and food items
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace: Keep designated food service stations stocked and sanitary while following proper food handling, storage, and safety protocols
• Comply with regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being