Commis II - Pastry

Role Overview

Commis II - Pastry at Marriott International. This position is based at a Marriott property.

Role Purpose

Prepare pastry ingredients and components according to recipes and quality standards. Execute food preparation, cooking, and plating tasks to support pastry and kitchen operations while maintaining strict food safety and cleanliness protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Ingredient Preparation

• Portion, chop, and store food items.
• Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to specifications.

Food Preparation and Cooking

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
• Prepare cold foods.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
• Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles.

Quality and Safety Monitoring

• Monitor food quality while preparing food.
• Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.
• Complete safety training and certifications.

Workspace Management

• Set up and break down work station.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.

Professional Conduct and Teamwork

• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Protect company assets.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Support team to reach common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Other Duties

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: None required.
• License or Certification: None required.

Skills & Competencies

• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Clear and professional communication.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Additional Information

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.