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The Roosevelt Hotel New Orleans
Luxury New Orleans Hotel Seeking Pastry Talent!
Short description (important for google)
Advance your pastry career at a prestigious 5-star hotel in New Orleans—blend classic techniques with innovation in a world-class kitchen!
Detailed description
Embark on a rotational journey as a Pastry Demi Chef, Event Production Demi Chef, and Pastry Chef de Partie, all under the mentorship of a skilled Chef and team. Nestled in a historic and iconic hotel, this experience stands out amidst the city's other establishments.
Dive into the vibrant streets of New Orleans and partake in an array of exhilarating activities! Wander through the storied French Quarter, relishing the lively music scene and savoring the flavors of Creole cuisine. Immerse yourself in the energetic ambiance of Bourbon Street, renowned for its diverse bars and clubs. Uncover the city's profound cultural legacy at the National WWII Museum or explore the mystical realm of voodoo at the Voodoo Museum. Cruise along the serene Mississippi River or join the festivities of a traditional second-line parade. With its unique fusion of music, cuisine, and culture, New Orleans ensures an unforgettable and entertaining experience for every visitor.
Placement Remarks
You must bring your own set of knives to the USA.
Salary: $18 per hour
Benefits:
• 7 nights of accommodation will be offered upon arrival depending on occupancy. Contacting the Human Resources Department is required before booking a flight so they can secure hotel accommodation. It is the responsibility of the J1 Trainee to find their own housing after the complimentary days of provided accommodation.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): You will start earning PTO on your first day of training and are eligible to use PTO after 90 days of training.
• The hotel provides 1 free meal per scheduled shift in the employee cafeteria.
• The hotel will provide a uniform at no charge for all trainees that have uniformed positions. The uniform is cleaned free of charge. Trainees will be fitted for uniforms on the first day and tailored if needed.
• The hotel is on a bi-weekly paid period schedule.
*4 months of Chef de Partie/Supervisor Experience Included*
Salary
$18.00 per hour
Requirements
Excellent English Abilities and Prior High-End, Luxury Cooking Experience!
Eligibility criteria for our Career USA programs:
• You are enrolled in a post secondary ministerially recognized academic institution in the hospitality industry OR have a hospitality degree and at least 1 year of recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside of the USA) OR have 5 years recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside the USA)
• You have shown consistent career growth over the last years
• You have shown serious commitment to your most recent employers
Local attractions
The area surrounding New Orleans has been a melting pot before the beginning and has the ability to reinvent itself while staying in place. New Orleans was an early haven for free people of color, and New Orleans' resilience, can-do attitude, and populist self-reliance have been pillars of its city life hundreds of years before the Industrial Revolution. You can visit French Quarter, National WW2 Museum or other attractions in New Orleans. See New Orleans weather.
Housing: You can find a 1-bedroom unfurnished apartment in the city for around $1100+ per month. The closer to the city center, the more expensive they will be. With no established credit, you can expect to pay the first and last month’s rent as a deposit for an apartment. HRC recommends you bring $3,000+ as startup capital upon arrival. Please check these options: apartments.com, zillow.com, Gravier, saulet. Temporary Housing Accommodations in New Orleans: hostelworld.com
Transportation: You can check Transportation in New Orleans for more details or RTA. Street Car: $1.25 per ride, $0.25 per transfer, $3.00 for one day Jazzy pass, or $45.00 31-Day Jazzy pass. Ferry (across the Mississippi River): $2. Ride-Sharing: Uber or Lyft
Start date
September 2025