Pastry Cook - Hilton Anaheim - Rancho Cucamonga, CA

The Hilton Anaheim is a premier hospitality destination located in the bustling heart of California's famous Orange County. With 1,574 rooms, the Hilton Anaheim is strategically situated adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center and just steps away from the renowned Disneyland Resort. This prime location positions the hotel as a top choice for both leisure and business travelers seeking world-class accommodations and services. Hilton Anaheim prides itself on creating an environment that fosters a collaborative team spirit and delivers exceptional service, which has earned the hotel prestigious recognition such as being ranked #1 on Great Places to Work and earning a spot on Fortune's World's Best Workplaces list. Employees here enjoy not only a friendly and inclusive workplace but also competitive health benefits, abundant career growth opportunities, and access to the exclusive Go Hilton travel discount program, which team members and their families can use to explore Hilton properties around the world. The role available is for a Pastry Cook who will become an integral part of the culinary team. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about customer service and eager to develop their skills in the dynamic hospitality industry. The Pastry Cook will be responsible for creating, preparing, producing, and baking a wide variety of pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts to enhance the offerings across the hotel’s food and beverage outlets. Working in a high-volume, hotel setting requires a strong knowledge of pastry techniques including dough and batter preparation, cake finishing, and proficient piping skills. Candidates should have experience with baking times and commercial pastry equipment to consistently deliver products that meet the Hilton’s high-quality standards. This position demands a flexible schedule, including early morning shifts starting as early as 5 a.m., weekends, and holidays. Pay ranges from $22.63 to $28.29 per hour, reflecting the specialized skills and experience required for this role. The Pastry Cook will ensure that all food handling and storage comply with federal, state, and local regulations, contributing to the hotel’s commitment to safety and sanitation. Aside from daily preparation tasks, the role includes developing new products for a la carte and catering menus and maintaining stock and refrigeration of supplies. Hilton Anaheim looks for team members who embody their core values: hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and a sense of urgency and discipline. Key attributes such as quality, productivity, dependability, customer focus, and adaptability are equally important. Beyond the comprehensive compensation, Hilton offers a range of benefits to support the mental and physical well-being of its employees, including Medical Insurance Coverage, mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, a unique travel program offering 100 nights of discounted travel, parental leave, debt-free education opportunities through partnerships with educational institutions, 401K retirement plans with company match, an employee stock purchase plan with discounted shares, and multiple programs for career growth, recognition, and inclusion. Joining the Hilton Anaheim means becoming part of a globally recognized hospitality company known for its legacy of quality, innovation, and exceptional guest experiences. The hotel offers a workplace where team members can thrive both personally and professionally, surrounded by a diverse and inclusive culture that values each employee’s contribution. This opportunity as a Pastry Cook is not only a chance to apply your craft in a renowned environment but also to develop your career within one of the most respected global hospitality brands, dedicated to making every guest experience outstanding and every team member’s career fulfilling.

• Minimum of 1 year experience in pastry production in a high-volume environment preferably a hotel setting
• knowledge and experience in various pastry techniques including dough, batter, cakes, cake and pastry finishing, and strong piping skills
• knowledge of baking times and commercial pastry equipment
• positive, team forward attitude
• ability to work a varied schedule that includes early mornings, weekends and holidays
• pastry or culinary school experience is a plus