Job Details

Job Details

Job Location
South Congress Hotel - Austin, TX

Position Type
Full Time

Salary Range
$18.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Job Shift
Overnight

Job Category
Restaurant-Food Service

Description

SOUTH CONGRESS HOTEL is hiring for an OVERNIGHT BAKER

The living room for the neighborhood, South Congress Hotel is an 83-room boutique hotel designed to be a hub of activity for the community. A place for travelers and locals alike, the hotel has three restaurants, a coffee + bakeshop, rooftop pool, award-winning Lobby Bar, and two retail spaces, in addition to a range of community events + programming open to all. All locally owned, all right at the doorstep of Austin's favorite street.

JOB SUMMARY

A Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking dishes promptly and consistently, adhering to the outlet's recipes and procedures while maintaining Health Department standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos, and verbal instruction
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Prepare and cook dishes promptly and consistently, adhering to the outlet's recipes and procedures
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper sanitization of work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Assist in the restocking and replenishing of supplies
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
• Portion, arrange, and garnish pastry items
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption
• Observe and test food items to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, temping, or piercing them with utensils
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage
• Assist in the development and implementation of special projects
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the outlet are met
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the work area
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition; Regulate temperature as needed
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Attend relevant meetings as directed

BENEFITS

We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:

• Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually
• 50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
• Health, vision + dental benefits
• 401K matching
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships

ABOUT NEW WATERLOO

New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provide the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses. Our brands include South Congress Hotel, Revival Hotel, El Capitan Hotel, La Condesa, Sway, Cafe No Se, Manana, Maie Day, Otoko, Watertrade, Il Brutto, Butler Pitch & Putt, Albert Hotel, Fidelity Hotel and Trick Hat Workway.

New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.