Pastry Cook

Appellation Healdsburg • Healdsburg, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Pastry Cook plays a vital role in our culinary team, crafting high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods that elevate the guest’s dining experience. This position demands creativity, precision, and a passion for pastry arts, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, upscale kitchen. Working closely with the Executive Chef/CDC and kitchen staff, Pastry Cook ensures all offerings meet the hotel’s exceptional standards for taste, presentation, and quality.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen with a focus on pastry, baking and dessert preparation
• Daily on-premises presence required.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• SERV Safe certification and sexual harassment training required.
• Clear verbal communication skills to coordinate with colleagues during prep and service, ensuring smooth operations is a must
• Familiarity with the local Department of Health regulations, and relevant current laws governing the handling of hazardous substances.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Frequent standing, walking and reaching (including overhead) for up to 8 hours per shift in a hot fast paced kitchen environment. Occasionally lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus.
• Ability to train staff (stage employees) and ensure levels of quality and customer service
• Detail oriented, organized and efficient, and safety minded.

Nice To Haves

• A culinary degree or certification from a recognized culinary institute is preferred but not required. Hands-on experience in a professional kitchen can substitute for formal education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and Bake Pastries and Desserts: Execute recipes and instructions from the Pastry Chef to produce a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods with consistency and excellence.
• Assist in menu development based on seasonal ingredients, and following recipes to maintain the highest food quality while ensuring the highest level of sanitation standards.
• Ensure Presentation and Quality Standards: Maintain the hotel’s upscale dining reputation by delivering visually stunning and flavorful desserts.
• Maintain Cleanliness and Organization: Keep the pastry station spotless, organized, and compliant with food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Inventory and Supply Management: Help track inventory, order supplies, and reduce waste through efficient ingredient use.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Team: Partner with kitchen staff to ensure seamless operations and timely service, especially during busy periods or events.
• Adhere to Health and Safety Standards: Comply with all local health regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.

What This Job Offers

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