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Highgate Hotels

Seasonal Pastry Cook

Denver, CO · On-site

$22/hr

As a Pastry Cook, you will hold a crucial position in our Pastry shop. You will work independently ... All associates accrue paid sick leave in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pastry associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pastry Associate, you need a solid understanding of baking techniques, ingredient handling, and food safety, often supported by formal culinary training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and adherence to food hygiene certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, and strong teamwork skills help a Pastry Associate stand out in a busy bakery environment. These skills ensure high-quality pastry production, efficient kitchen operations, and a positive customer experience.

What are some common challenges faced by pastry associates in a busy bakery setting?

Pastry Associates often encounter challenges such as managing time efficiently during peak hours, maintaining consistency in product quality, and adapting to last-minute menu changes or special orders. Working in a busy bakery also requires effective communication and teamwork to coordinate tasks with bakers and front-of-house staff. Staying organized and keeping work areas clean while juggling multiple tasks are essential skills that help Pastry Associates thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What is a pastry associate?

Pastry Associates are culinary professionals who assist in preparing, baking, and decorating a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods. They work under the supervision of pastry chefs in bakeries, restaurants, hotels, or cafes, ensuring high-quality products are made according to recipes and standards. Their responsibilities often include measuring ingredients, operating baking equipment, maintaining cleanliness, and sometimes assisting with inventory. Pastry Associates play a key role in supporting kitchen operations and delivering delicious products to customers.

What is the difference between Pastry Associate vs Bakery Clerk?

AspectPastry AssociateBakery Clerk
CredentialsFood handling certification, basic baking knowledgeFood handling certification, customer service skills
Work EnvironmentBakery or pastry shop, kitchen settingGrocery store bakery section, retail environment
Employer & IndustryBakery, pastry shops, cafesGrocery stores, supermarkets
Job FocusPreparing, decorating, and selling pastriesAssisting customers, stocking baked goods

While both roles involve baked goods, a Pastry Associate focuses on preparing and decorating pastries in a bakery setting, whereas a Bakery Clerk primarily assists customers and manages stock in a retail grocery environment. The roles share some certifications but differ in daily tasks and work environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Pastry jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Pastry jobs in Colorado are:
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Seasonal Pastry Cook

Highgate Hotels

Denver, CO • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Highgate Hotels rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 108 rated hotels

Job description

Hourly

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.  Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.


As a Pastry Cook, you will hold a crucial position in our Pastry shop. You will work independently, under minimum supervision, and will be preparing delicious baking goods according to our recipes and plating specs which are so important for creating a memorable experience to our guests. You will be responsible for prepping, cooking and baking items, while supporting the Pastry Lead's and Pastry Chef's efforts to improve the general quality of products being prepared.

Applications will be accepted between 8/6/2026 through 8/30/2026.

Benefits 

  • In addition to travel discounts at our hotels, Highgate offers competitive benefits, including three pricing tiers of medical coverage, as well as Dental and Vision benefits to eligible full-time associates. All associates accrue paid sick leave in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Paid time off plans may also be available to associates who qualify. The Retirement 401(k) Program is open to both full-time and part-time associates who qualify

  • Complete necessary food and station preparation prior to the opening of the restaurant in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently.
  • Recognize quality standards in fresh ingredients and products.
  • Deliver pastries that are baked according to the recipe and plating specs.
  • Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and baking equipment.
  • Prepare ingredients to use in cooking baking.
  • Cook food in various utensils or ovens.
  • Ensure attractive presentation and quality of all food and pastries.
  • Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
  • Assist Sous-Chef efforts to improve general quality of the pastries and baking goods being served.
  • Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by your supervisor.

  • High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
  • Culinary/Pastry experience required.
  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
  • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
  • Ability to stand during entire shift
  • Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards.

Payrate $22/hr

Application deadline June 15th 

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Highgate Hotels, based in New York, NY, US, is a preeminent real estate investment and hospitality management firm with a substantial presence in the hospitality industry. Founded in the 1980s, Highgate has grown to manage over 160 hotels around the world, providing comprehensive hospitality services including hotel operations, asset management, and project management. Their portfolio includes an array of upscale, luxury, and budget hotels, extending their services across various market segments in the hospitality industry. Highgate commits to its mission of delivering superior returns for owners and investors while providing eclectic experiences for guests.

Industry

Hospitality services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1988

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