Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook Job Category: Food and Beverage Part-Time On-site Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA Job Details Company Overview: We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to creating remarkable experiences for our clients while fostering a collaborative, engaged, and empowered workforce. Job Summary: As an ideal candidate, you are detail-oriented, creative, and passionate about pastry. You thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and take pride in precision, presentation, and consistency. You're excited to work with a variety of desserts, breads, and specialty items, and you bring a team-oriented mindset to every shift. As a Pastry Cook, you will plan, prep, bake, and present a wide variety of pastries and desserts while maintaining the highest standards of quality and sanitation. This includes preparing plated desserts, buffets, breads, and specialty menus, as well as supporting offsite events through careful preparation and organization. You'll also ensure that recipes are followed precisely, stations are clean and efficient, and that you're upholding the company's commitment to excellence. If this sounds like you, read on! Skills & Qualifications: Professional, enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player. Prepare pastries, breads, desserts, and specialty menu items according to recipes and portion standards. Follow BEOs (Banquet Event Orders) and production schedules to prepare for events. Set up and maintain an organized workstation with required mise en place, tools, and supplies. Maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation standards (federal, state, and local). Operate ovens, mixers, and other pastry equipment safely and effectively. Work with special food requirements (e.g., vegan, gluten-free). Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen and equipment. Assist with inventory management and notify chefs of low stock or broken equipment. Maintain positive guest and team relations; resolve issues promptly to ensure satisfaction. 12 years of kitchen experience or enrollment in a culinary education program (6+ months). Must possess a valid California Food Handler's Card. ServSafe Certification required within 30 days of hire. Pay Range: $18 - $20 per hour Part-Time, Hourly / Non-Exempt Benefits & Perks: We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company! Join our team and enjoy the benefits of a team that is invested in each other, where we measure success not only through the growth of our business, but the cultivation and growth of our people. Other benefits also include group health benefits, competitive pay, paid vacation and sick time, holiday pay, 401k retirement plan. Let's Grow Together! Ready to Join Us? If you are ready to take your career to the next level and join a team of creative, energetic, passionate and dedicated people, apply today! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.