Elevated Pastry Cook — Fine-Dining Desserts & Craft

Southwest Wine & Spirits; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wally’s Wine & Spirits in Santa Monica is seeking a talented Pastry Cook to craft memorable desserts that reflect our premium hospitality and culinary standards. You will prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods with care and polish, while executing recipes and contributing seasonal ideas.

Join a guest-focused team, maintain a pristine pastry station, and collaborate with culinary leadership to support elevated wine-and-dine experiences. Evening, weekend, and holiday flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pastry cook in high-end dining settings.
• Strong baking and decorating techniques with presentation focus.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods with consistency and presentation.
• Execute established recipes and contribute seasonal ideas.
• Maintain a clean, organized pastry station and follow food safety standards.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to support menus for premium experience.
• Support kitchen operations during service.

Skills

Pastry baking

Dessert plating

Recipe execution

Team communication

Attention to detail

Creativity

Education

Pastry certification

Tools

Patisserie equipment

Commercial ovens

Job description

Wally’s Wine & Spirits in Santa Monica is seeking a talented Pastry Cook to craft memorable desserts that reflect our premium hospitality and culinary standards. You will prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods with care and polish, while executing recipes and contributing seasonal ideas.

Join a guest-focused team, maintain a pristine pastry station, and collaborate with culinary leadership to support elevated wine-and-dine experiences. Evening, weekend, and holiday flexibility is required.