Culinary Artisan: Pastry & Desserts Lead

Auberge; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

White Barn Inn in Kennebunk, ME is seeking a Culinary Artisan to join our kitchen brigade. You will craft pastries and savory dishes, convert recipes to daily prep, and support cooks across the line while maintaining impeccable cleanliness and safety standards.

The role rewards precision, teamwork, and a passion for seasonal, locally sourced cuisine. Formal culinary training and pastry experience are preferred; flexibility for weekends and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Formal training or education in culinary arts, with a focus on pastry and baking techniques.
• One year Cook IV level or previous Cook III experience.
• Proficient in various baking methods, including dough preparation, pastry shaping, and decorating techniques.
• Strong focus on precision and detail to ensure high-quality presentation of pastries and desserts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs throughout the shift.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Converts recipes and standard measurements to daily requirements.
• Assists Cook II, Cook I, and Pastry Chef with a positive self-motivating attitude.
• Check function sheets, restaurant requisitions, and special requests and prepare a list of tasks to be accomplished.
• Practices good stock rotation, storage, and handling of goods to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Keeps the working area clean at all times and adheres to all health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Orders supplies as necessary by initiating requisitions and fills out Engineering work orders as necessary to maintain the best possible physical plant.

Skills

Culinary arts

Pastry & baking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Bilingual

Education

Culinary education

Job description

White Barn Inn in Kennebunk, ME is seeking a Culinary Artisan to join our kitchen brigade. You will craft pastries and savory dishes, convert recipes to daily prep, and support cooks across the line while maintaining impeccable cleanliness and safety standards.

The role rewards precision, teamwork, and a passion for seasonal, locally sourced cuisine. Formal culinary training and pastry experience are preferred; flexibility for weekends and holidays is expected.