Fine Dining Pastry Cook

Ranchinc; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon in Anaheim, CA is seeking a dedicated Fine Dining Pastry Cook to craft plated desserts, artisan breads, ice creams, sorbets, and specialty items in a fast-paced, detail-driven kitchen. The role supports elevated guest experiences through precise preparation, consistency, and craftsmanship.

Requirements include 1–2 years of fine dining pastry experience, strong plating skills, ServSafe preferred, and flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years pastry experience in a fine dining or high-volume culinary environment.
• Strong pastry skills and familiarity with fine dining plating standards.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute fine dining pastry items including plated desserts, artisan breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, and specialty items.
• Follow established recipes and standards to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation.
• Assist with daily production for restaurant service, saloon offerings, catering, and special events.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and mise en place in the pastry station.
• Support the Executive Chef with prep lists, menu changes, and seasonal production needs.
• Handle, store, and rotate ingredients according to food safety standards.
• Operate pastry equipment safely and report maintenance needs.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented kitchen environment.

Skills

Fine dining pastry

Plating standards

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Food safety

Education

Culinary education

Pastry apprenticeship

Job description

Proudly listed in the Michelin Guide, THE RANCH Restaurant is an award-winning independent concept in the heart of Anaheim. Our seasonal menu features globally inspired dishes and classic American favorites and that honor the best in local and regional ingredients. Our Wine Program is supported by a team of sommeliers and has won "Best Of Award Of Excellence" for ten consecutive years.

Fine Dining Pastry Cook

THE RANCH is seeking a dedicated and passionate Fine Dining Pastry Cook who thrives in a fast paced, detail driven environment. The ideal candidate is a skilled pastry professional with a strong foundation in fine dining techniques and a genuine passion for pastry and baking. This role supports the execution of elevated guest experiences through precise preparation, consistency, and craftsmanship.

This position requires full availability, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Our Restaurant, Saloon, and Event Center host elevated dining experiences, private events, weddings, corporate gatherings, and large scale celebrations—making pastry production a critical and highly visible part of our culinary program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute fine dining pastry items including plated desserts, artisan breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, and specialty items.
• Follow established recipes and standards to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation.
• Assist with daily production for restaurant service, saloon offerings, catering, and special events.
• Maintain exceptional cleanliness, organization, and mise en place in the pastry station.
• Support the Executive Chef and culinary leadership with prep lists, menu changes, and seasonal production needs.
• Properly handle, store, and rotate ingredients according to food safety standards.
• Operate pastry equipment safely and report any maintenance needs.
• Contribute to a positive, team oriented kitchen environment.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1–2 years of pastry experience in a fine dining or high volume culinary environment.
• Strong foundational pastry skills and familiarity with fine dining plating standards.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Culinary education or pastry apprenticeship a plus.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Clear communication skills and a professional, dependable work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to perform under pressure.
• Full availability including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Job Type: Full Time and Part-Time
• Schedule: Availability required, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Hourly Range: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour. Pay may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

1025 E. Ball Road Anaheim, CA 92805

THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.