Pastry Cook

Saint Petersburg, FL

Full Time

Entry Level

Job Title: Pastry Cook

Experience Required

Minimum 2 years of experience working in a professional pastry kitchen.

Job Description

The Pastry Cook assists the Pastry Chef and pastry team in preparing and producing high-quality dessert and baked goods consistently, efficiently, and within required time frames. This role requires technical skill, creativity, organization, follow direction and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen.

Examples of items produced include:

Yeast and laminated doughs
Breakfast pastries & croissants
Tarts, mousses, meringues and fillings
Decorated cakes
Gelato & sorbet
Chocolate tempering
Other plated desserts and specialty pastry items

Key Responsibilities

Assist in daily preparation and production of pastry items according to recipes and standards.
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness in all tasks.
Apply proper pastry and baking methods, techniques, and presentation standards.
Accurately scale recipes, apply basic math to yields, and follow measurements.
Fulfill incoming order requisitions and assist in service needs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized workstation at all times.
Safely handle and operate pastry equipment.
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and ServSafe guidelines.
Work collaboratively with the team, displaying confidence and teamwork.
Learn from mistakes and take ownership of tasks.
Must have open availability including nights, weekends and holidays
Adapt to rotating schedules based on the volume of the establishment, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain).
Strong teamwork, communication, and multitasking skills.
Clear understanding of pastry fundamentals, baking methods, and techniques.
Basic knowledge of weights, measurements, and recipe scaling.
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work under pressure.

Reports To

Executive Pastry Chef

Salary Range: $17-$20

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2) Describe the practice of tempering dark chocolate and why it is important*

3) Describe the meaning of window pane*

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