Artisan Pastry Prep Cook — Bake & Assemble Desserts

Fairweather, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

West Town Bakery & Diner in Chicago, IL is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to produce all baked goods under the guidance of the Kitchen Manager and Pastry Chef. You will prep components, assemble products, and perform production duties for retail counters, wholesale partners and restaurants.

The role requires following recipes with precision, basic knife skills, and strong knowledge of various pastries, breads, creams, mousses, ice cream, petit fours and chocolate work.

Qualifications

• Reading prep lists and recipes accurately.
• Basic knife skills required.
• Knowledge of breads, creams, mousses, ice cream, petit fours and chocolate work.

Responsibilities

• Produce all baked goods following recipes with accuracy.
• Prepare recipe components and assemble products for retail and wholesale.
• Maintain sanitation standards and station organization.
• Close down the restaurant per Chef's standards and deep clean weekly.

Skills

Knife skills

Pastry knowledge

Breads & chocolates

Job description

West Town Bakery & Diner in Chicago, IL is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to produce all baked goods under the guidance of the Kitchen Manager and Pastry Chef. You will prep components, assemble products, and perform production duties for retail counters, wholesale partners and restaurants.

The role requires following recipes with precision, basic knife skills, and strong knowledge of various pastries, breads, creams, mousses, ice cream, petit fours and chocolate work.