Pastry Artist: Scratch‑Made Desserts & Event Catering

Mather; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

401(k) plan

Parking

Wellness stipend

Job summary

Splendido is a Life Plan Community in Tucson, AZ seeking a Pastry Cook to create scratch-made desserts for residents and staff on-site. You will follow standardized recipes, manage production timelines, and uphold HACCP sanitation in a busy kitchen.

The role emphasizes creative dessert presentation and teamwork with the culinary staff. Ideal candidates have 1–3+ years baking experience and may have formal culinary training. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring weekend availability.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years baking experience in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and work with others.
• Basic knowledge of baking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepares quality baked goods, desserts and pastries.
• Precuts and portions baked goods for consistent portions.
• Supports catering requests and coordinates with Dining Room Manager.
• Maintains menu cycle and ensures availability for desserts.
• Handles early morning production of bakery needs.
• Ensures presentation and garnishing for desserts.
• Supports QA process improvements.

Skills

Baking experience

Communication

Equipment operation

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

Splendido is a Life Plan Community in Tucson, AZ seeking a Pastry Cook to create scratch-made desserts for residents and staff on-site. You will follow standardized recipes, manage production timelines, and uphold HACCP sanitation in a busy kitchen.

The role emphasizes creative dessert presentation and teamwork with the culinary staff. Ideal candidates have 1–3+ years baking experience and may have formal culinary training. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring weekend availability.