Pastry Cook I

DO & CO • Des Plaines, IL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

DO & CO is hiring a dynamic, energetic, and eager Pastry Cook in Des Plaines, Illinois. The role involves baking and preparing pastry items to specifications and recipes, working across multiple stations to complete tasks on time, and supporting safe, clean, and cooperative kitchen operations. The company operates in Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, with locations in 33 locations across 12 countries and 3 continents.

Requirements

• Be able to explain and demonstrate the ability to perform the job’s essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Knowledge of food safety standards for storing ingredients and food items.

Responsibilities

• Bake and prepare pastry items according to specifications and recipes.
• Monitor wastage and complete assigned tasks at multiple stations within the given time to meet strict deadlines.
• Keep the immediate work area clean at all times.
• Comply with food safety and hygiene regulations in the food safety management system handbook.
• Report problems with the food safety management system to the manager and the hygiene and food safety team.
• Ensure supplies at cooking stations are adequate.
• Store ingredients and food items according to food safety standards and follow guidance from the executive or pastry chef.
• Help maintain smooth and friendly cooperation.
• Support staff training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $20.85.
• Daily complimentary meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• 401(k) and medical benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, for full-time employees.
• Career development opportunities nationally and internationally.
• Opportunity to attend world-class events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed