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:

Welcome to wine country luxury. In the food and wine capital of North America, Four Seasons welcomes you to a one-of-a-kind wine country resort set within a world-class vineyard. Discover innovative and seasonal cuisine at Michelin-starred Auro, holistic spa rituals at Spa Talisa and thoughtfully personalized Four Seasons service. Raise a glass to all the best in life as you soak in magnificent views of Napa Valley from this Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star resort.

We are hiring! 

Come join our Pastry Team, we are looking for an experienced Pastry Cook 1! Get an opportunity to be a part of a Pastry Team that oversees all five Food & Beverage outlets, including our Michelin Star restaurant- Auro!!

About Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley  

Situated at the northern end of Napa Valley off the famed Silverado Trail, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley will offer experiences will capture the imagination of even the most seasoned wine country visitors.

 

The Position/Role  

Prepare all meals and pastries including but not limited to breakfast, lunch, dinner, baked items, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, fruit compotes, chocolates, show pieces, food items per guest orders in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment. Prepare and serve food for Employee Cafeteria as needed. Complies with any additional requests that may arise pertaining to Cook 1 duties. 

Responsibilities   

To supervise and assist with the mise-en-place and cooking of all menu items ensuring the highest of standards are maintained for all outlets.  

The ability to ensure superior production of all sweet items, pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, breads, chocolates, etc. for all outlets as well as banquets and amenities. 

The ability to establish standard recipes and ensure the compliance with them. 

 To ensure all members of your team are familiar with their daily tasks and provide on-going training as needed. 

The ability to train, motivate and supervise other pastry employees

The ability to communicate regularly with the Pastry Chef, and contribute to menu development and recipe creation for a variety of outlets.  

Create and maintain a positive work environment conducive to learning and growth for all team members.

Assist in prep work as required for the next shift.   

Well-rounded skillset is required for this position, and previous supervisory experience is preferred.  

Experience with wedding cakes, banquets, or bread work is a plus.  ​

 

Who you are 

High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education preferred.

Prior Cook I, Chef de Partie or lead cook role in a fine dining restaurant or hotel, or ready to take the next step.  

Previous Michelin experience, highly desirable.

Minimum two years culinary or related work experience.    

Culinary knowledge is expected for this position.    

Proficient ability to multi-task. ​

Must be flexible with schedule - Able to work weekdays, weekends, holidays, evening/overnight shifts.

 

* This position is not eligible for work sponsorship/visa. Candidates must possess valid US work authorization. 

About the company:  

Four Seasons prides itself on the commitment to the Golden Rule philosophy, and strives to provide the best possible experience for both our guests and employees.  Our employee-centric approach will have you feeling like family in no time!  

Benefits & Compensation Information Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley employees can enjoy:

Hourly: $28.84

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Cigna medical and dental benefit options

8 weeks of New Parental Leave Pay

Excellent Training and Development opportunities

Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Complimentary Employee Meals

401k Retirement Plans

Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons, visit us:

http://jobs.fourseasons.com/

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Four Seasons is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website: Know Your Rights.

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 - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf