Pastry Cook-The Pass by Charlie Palmer at Paso Robles Inn

Peregrine Hospitality•Paso Robles, CA

About The Position

The Pass by Charlie Palmer is a restaurant, bar, and lounge at the historic Paso Robles Inn, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with modern, approachable cooking. Charlie Palmer Collective is seeking Pastry Cooks to support the culinary program across a historic property with multiple food and beverage outlets. The role works and coordinates with the property’s Director of Culinary and Chef Palmer, with an opportunity to grow within a renowned culinary brand. This is a guest-facing position with regular guest interaction. The Pastry Cook supports daily kitchen operations and pastry production, including breakfast pastries, breads, cakes, cold desserts, and other baked goods. The position requires a professional, friendly demeanor and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment while maintaining quality, safety, and sanitation standards.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a qualified position in a property food and beverage division.
Experience in pastry or bakery work.
Proven experience as a cook; hotel or high-volume kitchen experience is preferred in the posting’s qualification description.
In-depth knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen sanitation practices.
Strong team-player mentality.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Flexible schedule availability, including weekends, holidays, and special event days.
Positive attitude, professional appearance, and friendly demeanor for regular guest interaction.
Strong communication skills, patience, and ability to remain composed and hospitable in a busy environment.
Ability to lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds frequently.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to hear, understand, and communicate orally and in writing with staff, vendors, and guests in normal in-person and phone conversations.
Ability to bend, twist, push, pull, stoop, and kneel.
Ability to work long hours when required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining environment.
Previous pizzeria or artisan pizza experience.

Responsibilities

Report to the Sous Chef and Director of Culinary and support daily kitchen operations across all property food and beverage outlets.
Follow the company’s Service culture, Peregrine Hospitality TBO Strategy, property SOPs, policies, procedures, and safety rules.
Support recruiting and retaining top talent, participate in the team member referral program, and serve as a Talent Ambassador for Paso Robles Inn.
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
Stay updated on culinary trends and techniques and participate in required hotel meetings and trainings.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform or business attire and nametag.
Run shifts with minimal supervision and train and guide new team members.
Produce baked goods, including breakfast pastries, breads, cakes, cold desserts, and other pastries, to resort standards.
Follow recipes and measure ingredients correctly.
Operate commercial kitchen and bake shop equipment correctly and safely.
Complete food requisitions for baking supplies from Purchasing.
Self-manage projects and handle production for multiple BEOs and/or outlets.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation at the workstation and other work areas.
Assist in training new employees and continually teach pastry skills to other pastry cooks.
Perform other duties as requested by management.