Pastry Cook/Baker

North Italia•Houston, TX

13h

About The Position

North Italia is hiring a Pastry Cook/Baker to prepare handmade Italian breads, pastries, puddings, and other desserts from scratch. The role involves following recipes and specifications to produce consistent results, completing prep work, running a station efficiently during a shift, portioning baked products, and ensuring appealing plate presentation. The employee is expected to maintain a clean and organized workstation and follow sanitation and food-handling standards. The position is suited to someone who enjoys cooking, pays close attention to consistency and detail, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment. North Italia describes its workplace as professional and supportive, with training and opportunities for career growth. The employer is committed to an inclusive workplace and offers reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in this capacity.
Enjoys cooking and has an eye for detail and consistency.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Good English communication skills.
Able to stand for long periods.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Prepare Italian breads, pastries, puddings, and other desserts from scratch according to recipes and produce consistent results.
Complete the prep list, run the station efficiently during the shift, follow specifications, and stock food as needed.
Portion baked products, follow recipes, and ensure attractive plate presentation.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation, follow sanitation standards, and comply with food-handling standards.