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Pastry Cook (Part Time) - Pendry Chicago

Montage International · Chicago, IL · $23.50–$24.50 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your pastry background. What items are you strongest at making?

What they are checking: Whether their skills match the breads, desserts and pastries a luxury hotel produces.

Tell me about a time a recipe didn't turn out and you had to fix it before service.

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and find a solution when something goes wrong under time pressure.

How do you take feedback from a pastry chef on presentation?

What they are checking: Whether they accept direction and match the chef's standards.

What pastry trends or techniques are you excited to learn more about?

What they are checking: Whether they are curious and want to grow their craft.

What would you do

A guest has a gluten allergy and orders dessert. How do you handle it in the pastry kitchen?

What they are checking: Whether they prevent cross-contact in a kitchen full of flour.

How do you plan your prep list when you're working a part-time shift?

What they are checking: Whether they organize their time to finish what the next shift and service need.

About the work

Why does weighing ingredients matter more in pastry than in savory cooking?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that pastry depends on precise measurement for consistent results.

Your laminated dough is getting too warm and the butter is breaking through. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can troubleshoot common pastry problems on the spot.

How do you keep plated desserts consistent when you're making dozens for a banquet?

What they are checking: Whether they can scale production without losing quality or presentation.

How do you label, date and store pastry components?

What they are checking: Whether they follow food safety and rotation rules that prevent waste.

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The full job description

As published by Montage International.

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application. We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes. If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and apply for your application to be considered. Please Click Here to apply internally. At Pendry Chicago , It’s All Because of YOU! Pastry Cook I Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun . At Pendry Chicago, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry Chicago is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us. Your Journey • Prepare the highest quality of food products for the restaurant and banquets, according to menu descriptions and hotel’s standards • Regularly restocks kitchen supplies and food items along with maintaining the cleanliness of your area • Ability to work in a collaborative environment all while maintaining professionalism • Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders • Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations • Assist with training new kitchen associates • Supervise and mentor pastry cooks and kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed • Creative an innovate new menu items and specials • Maintain in depth knowledge of food products as well as sanitation standards and culinary techniques to execute dishes at the highest level • Able to fulfill guest orders in a timely manner with skillful attention to detail • Able to work in a collaborative environment all while maintaining professionalism • Deliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments • Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needs About You • You enjoy creating pastries where the appearance, colors, and taste appeal show up every time • You are passionate about providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable moments • You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same • You are trustworthy and have integrity Must Haves • Knowledge of pastry techniques and cooking methods • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays • Ability to collaborate in a team environment with excellent communication skills • Three years minimum of cooking experience in a standalone restaurant or hotel environment • Luxury hotel experience, a plus You Will Enjoy • Free meals • Free uniforms and cleaning • Ongoing community outreach events • Hotel discounts • Associates’ events throughout the year • 401k retirement plan with company matching Physical Requirements • Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over • Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift • Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis At Pendry Chicago, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location. The pay range for Pastry Cook I is $23.50 - 24.50 hourly. The pay scale is the base hourly range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Pendry reasonably expects to pay for the position. We offer an excellent benefits package for this role, which includes: 401[k] retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off (Sick Time), free meals during working shifts, free uniform laundering, and hotel discounts. In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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