Experienced Pastry Cook

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced pastry cook to support the pastry department in our production kitchen in Hyattsville, MD. The position will report directly to the Executive Pastry Chef.

Pastry Cook Responsibilities:

• Consulting and supporting the Pastry Chef with the production of dessert items, and baked goods.
• Executing pastry orders for catered events and accommodating special requests.
• Demonstrating skill in baking pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, sweets, and pies.
• Creating confectionery decorations and pastry fillings, as well as keeping abreast of new pastry baking techniques.
• Applying classic pastry baking techniques when preparing traditional pastries.
• Adhering to food industry regulations.
• Monitoring equipment and ensuring all specialized pastry baking tools are in working order.
• Maintaining a good running order of specialized pastry baking equipment.

Pastry Cook Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate degree in baking and pastry arts or similar preferred.
• Post-secondary vocational training at a culinary institution would be advantageous.
• 2 or more years of experience as a pastry cook, baker, or similar.
• Advanced knowledge of traditional pastry baking techniques.
• Ability to coordinate with other chefs and manage pastry section staff.
• In-depth knowledge of food industry regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, and communication skills.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday daytime, some evenings and weekends required during the busy season.

Compensation: Negotiable based on experience.

Benefits:

• Med/Den/Vis Insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% match.
• Generous PTO.