Part-Time Pastry Artist: Desserts that Wow

Appellation; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Aflac Supplemental

Team Member Discount

Job summary

Appellation in Lodi, California is seeking a passionate Part-Time Pastry Cook II to join its Pastry Team. You will prepare a variety of desserts and pastries for all dining venues, following standardized recipes to ensure consistent quality and presentation.

Requirements include at least 2 years of professional cooking experience (preferably in pastry), strong math skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with chefs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional cooking experience, preferably in the Pastry Department.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures regarding food preparation; kitchen and dining sanitation; use and care of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Basic math skills to understand recipes and meal tickets.
• Ability and flexibility to perform all kitchen functions unsupervised.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, work under stress, and exercise good judgment with guests and staff.
• Flexibility to perform different kitchen roles and to work varying schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proper plate and platter presentation for banquets according to the Banquet Event Order.
• Assist Chefs, as needed.
• Must have full knowledge of menu and recipes; follow all recipe specifications and presentation guidelines.
• Uphold quality standards, portion control, production level and presentation of food according to company standards and recipes.
• Ensure proper rotation, labeling and dating of all products in storage areas to control waste and prevent loss.
• Maintain daily product freshness on assigned stations.
• Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area, including reach-ins, walk-ins and counters; maintain a sanitary workstation.
• Ensure all products are prepared, held and served at the correct temperatures.
• Follow all work safety practices.

Skills

Pastry

Cooking

Time management

Teamwork

Math skills

Job description

Appellation in Lodi, California is seeking a passionate Part-Time Pastry Cook II to join its Pastry Team. You will prepare a variety of desserts and pastries for all dining venues, following standardized recipes to ensure consistent quality and presentation.

Requirements include at least 2 years of professional cooking experience (preferably in pastry), strong math skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with chefs.