On Call - Pastry Cook

Jonathan Club; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking an On Call Pastry Cook to join their culinary team. This role involves creating exceptional pastries and desserts while adhering to strict sanitation regulations. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of various cooking methods and a passion for delivering high-quality culinary experiences. Join a vibrant team that values family, community, and wellness, and contribute to enriching the lives of members through extraordinary culinary offerings. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, perfect for those looking to grow in the culinary field.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in a high volume kitchen or full-service hotel.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of pastries and desserts.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen area.
• Assist in training new cooks and support team members.

Skills

Cooking Methods

Food Preparation

Sanitation Regulations

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Tools

Mixers

Baking Ovens

Stoves

Fryers

Job description

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Description

The Town Club is filled with unique landings for your respite after a long day, with the Rooftop Terrace that lets 13 stories mute the clamor of Downtown Los Angeles, or The Grill which brings signature dishes with fresh ingredients from our Urban Garden, meticulously paired with select wines from our expert sommeliers. This position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for the Members with Jonathan Club culinary team. Must adhere to all sanitation regulations and requirements and be responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items and equipment. This position will also assist the Pastry Cook 1, Pastry Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine to plan and prepare quality service for the culinary department.

The Pastry Cook Is Responsible For The Following:

• Provides the highest and most efficient level of hospitality service to our members.
• Works in the designated station as set by Chef Patissier / Pastry Sous Chef.
• Able to organize the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders.
• Able to prepare and sell food within recommended periods to meet Members expectations.
• Able to operate kitchen equipment including, but not limited to mixers, baking ovens, stoves, sheeters, and fryers.
• Able to produce quality products in a timely and efficient manner for the members and team members.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation at the work area.
• Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by the recipe, specification and yield guide.
• Prepares ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Adheres to the quality, presentation standards, food preparation checklist and breakdowns.
• Prepares, seasons, and cooks a wide variety of cakes, custards, cookies, breakfast items, and other food items.
• Be able to prepare ingredients by using a full range of cooking methods.
• Able to weigh, measure and mix ingredients in correct proportions.
• Has general knowledge of cooking temperatures, making cakes & cookies, preparing custards, fruit preparation and a la minute cooking.
• Sets up the station with par stocks of menu items, and prepares the dishes designated for that station.
• Checks supplies, prep lists, and ensures all items are prepped in a timely fashion.
• Replenishes service lines as needed, restocks, and prepares the workstation for the next shift.
• Ensures that all products are stored properly in the correct location at the appropriate levels at all times.
• Communicates any assistance needed during busy periods and reports any incidents to the Chef Patissier / Pastry Sous Chef to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Checks and ensures the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
• Serves food in proper portions onto correct serving vessels and plates.
• Washes and disinfects kitchen area, workstations, tables, tools, knives and other equipment.
• Maintains correct portion size and quality of the food to the Club’s standards.
• Minimizes waste and maintains controls to attain forecasted food cost.
• Reviews status of work and follow-up actions required with the Chef Patissier / Pastry Sous Chef before leaving.
• Assists in providing on-the-job training & development of new cooks.
• Assists other Team Members in the kitchen when needed or performs any other tasks assigned by the management.

Requirements:

• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with speed and quality.
• Great personal hygiene and grooming standards.
• Should be able to communicate, read and write clearly and effectively.
• 1-5 years of previous experience in a high volume kitchen or full-service hotel required.

At Jonathan Club, our values of Family, Community, Wellness, Respect, and Passion are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our members by providing an extraordinary experience at both the Town and Beach clubhouses.

Embracing diversity of interests, friendships, and community outreach, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment that fosters lifelong connections.

Jonathan Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Veteran. Jonathan Club will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for hiring.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitality