Early-Shift Pastry Chef: Grow to Pastry Lead

Dartcor Hospitality; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Gratuity

Job summary

Ōme Caterers is seeking a dedicated Pastry Cook to join our commissary kitchen and support multiple brands, including General Coffee Co. Your daily role centers on pastry production for a busy shop and assisting sister brands as needed.

You will work under the Executive Chef team and Commissary Director, gaining exposure to formulas, systems and scale production. The ideal candidate is self-driven, precise and eager to grow into a future Pastry Lead.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Cook in a professional kitchen.
• Working knowledge of core pastry techniques.
• Ability to execute structured formulas with precision.
• Coachable mindset with excitement for long‑term growth.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, hands‑on, entrepreneurial kitchen environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a positive attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required for occasional deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a full range of fresh pastries daily using established formulas and production systems.
• Execute consistent, high-quality pastry production with attention to detail.
• Learn systems, recipes and standards with Chef leadership; contribute ideas.
• Assist in development of seasonal and limited-time offerings; participate in R&D to execution.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, organization and presentation.
• Order ingredients, track usage and manage weekly pastry inventory with documentation.
• Support menu execution and recipe testing for General Coffee Co and catering programs.
• Provide pastry support for sister companies based on event volume and needs.
• Occasionally assist with delivering product using a company vehicle.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation and kitchen SOPs.
• Show leadership qualities with a path toward pastry lead.

Skills

Pastry experience

Core pastry techniques

Structured formulas execution

Long-term growth mindset

Time management

Fast-paced kitchen adaptability

Problem-solving

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

Job description

Ōme Caterers is seeking a dedicated Pastry Cook to join our commissary kitchen and support multiple brands, including General Coffee Co. Your daily role centers on pastry production for a busy shop and assisting sister brands as needed.

You will work under the Executive Chef team and Commissary Director, gaining exposure to formulas, systems and scale production. The ideal candidate is self-driven, precise and eager to grow into a future Pastry Lead.