Creative Pastry Cook | Seasonal Desserts & Events

Galloway Ridge; Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite fitness facility

Discounted meals

Scholarships for education

PTO with Mahalo Moments

Wellness discounts on health premiums

403b with company match

Job summary

Galloway Ridge is seeking a creative Pastry Cook to join our culinary team on site. You will work with the pastry chef and other chefs to design seasonal menus and prepare pastries for displays, events, and special requests.

We value flexibility, ServSafe compliance, and dedication to resident satisfaction. This role requires weekend/evening shifts and a passion for high-quality desserts and confections.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Baking and Pastry Arts or similar required.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain it.
• Two or more years of pastry cook, baker, or similar experience.
• Advanced knowledge of traditional pastry baking techniques.
• Creative ability in designing, decorating, and filling confectionary.
• Ability to coordinate with other chefs and manage pastry section staff.
• Knowledge of food storage, sanitation, and regulations.
• Flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
• Excellent ownership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Consults with Executive Chef to plan menus.
• Executes pastry orders for catered events and special requests.
• Bakes pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, and pies.
• Creates confectionary decorations and fillings; updates pastry items.
• Applies classic baking techniques to traditional pastries.
• Monitors pastry equipment and maintains tools.
• Participates in BOH training, safety, and compliance.
• Complies with safety policies and supports residents and staff.

Skills

Pastry cooking experience

Creative decorating

Education

Associates Degree in Baking and Pastry Arts

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Galloway Ridge is seeking a creative Pastry Cook to join our culinary team on site. You will work with the pastry chef and other chefs to design seasonal menus and prepare pastries for displays, events, and special requests.

We value flexibility, ServSafe compliance, and dedication to resident satisfaction. This role requires weekend/evening shifts and a passion for high-quality desserts and confections.